DB1: What is Argument?

1. Any argument, whether implicit or explicit, tries to inuence the audiences stance on an issue, moving the audience toward the arguers claim. Arguments work on us psychologically as well as cognitively, triggering emotions as well as thoughts and ideas. How would you describe the the ways that the cartoon "Student Debt" (see below) works on us?

2. In a recent magazine, newspaper, or blog, find three editorials -- one that makes a forensic argument, one a deliberative argument, and one a ceremonial argument. Analyze the arguments by asking these questions: Who is arguing? What purposes are the writers trying to achieve? To whom are they directing their arguments? Then decide whether the arguments' purposes have been achieved and how you know.

3. Discuss whether the following statements are examples of hard evidence or constructed arguments. Not all cases are clear-cut.

a. Drunk drivers are involved in more than 50 percent of traffic deaths.

b. A psychologist testified that teenage violence could not be blamed on video games.

c. Air bags ought to be removed from vehicles because they can kill young children and small-framed adults.

Criteria

For each discussion throughout the course, always answer all parts of the prompt in a brief, well-written paragraph for each part. Strive to add unique, insightful, and relevant thoughts to the forum. Read and consider your peers' posts. You are not required to respond to peers, but encouraged if you think it will add value to the overall discussion.

Grading Rubric

Your discussion will be graded according to the following rubric:

Discussion Board Rubric

Criteria	Rating	Points
Accuracy	Discussion post addresses each part accurately.	2
Communication	Discussion post is concise, well-written, grammatically correct, and clearly communicated.	2
Focus	Discussion post presents a cohesive idea and sound reason.	2

please aswer all question. this is for my english 101