Assignment #3

1. Explain what “to give an argument” means in this book.

To give a set of reasons or evidence in support of your conclusion. So basically he wants you to view arguments as details with support. It seem like when it comes to an argument you are always trying to prove your point and that takes supporting facts.



2. What are the reasons Weston gives in support of his claim, “arguments are essential”?

Because you may really need a strong point of view to support and be convincing of your argument. He feels that everyone views are different from each others. Arguments are essential because it helps you defend your position on why you choose that position.


3. Explain why many students tend to “write an essay, but not an argument”.

Maybe because they don't understand the difference between the two, so what they feel is an argument is actually an essay. Sometimes because they make statements, based on their own views and can't support their views.


4. Construct two short arguments (one "for" and one "against") as modeled in the Week 3 Assignment section in Blackboard. Put each one in "elements form".

Arguable Issue: Should a couple live together and not get married?

Conclusions: It's okay to live together.

Arguable Issue: Should a couple live together and not get married?
Conclusions: It's okay to live together

Premises: It's not okay to live together because

(1) It's not consider respectful
(2) There is no legal binding of the union.
(3) It's easy to walk away from.




5. Review the seven rules in chapter one. Briefly discuss how your argument demonstrates that each rule was applied, in the construction of your arguments above.

After looking over each of the rules, I feel that I applied them correctly in my 2 short arguments because rule #1 was applied and i used a distinguish premises and conclusion. Rule #2 was presented in a natural order. Rule #3 came from reliable premises. Rule #4 was concrete and concise. Rule #5, I avoided loaded language. Rule #6 I used consistent terms and Rule #7 I stuck to one meaning for each term.





6. Review the three rules in the appendix named, “Definitions”. In your own words, discuss how you took these rules into consideration as you constructed your arguments.

Because I was clear to the reader and didn't use undefined words. Also I did not let definitions do the work of arguments. My conclusion was mainly on the premises for support.

7. Good posts demonstrate:
Sincere reflection, effort, and analysis
Answers that are substantial (at least one large paragraph each)
Consistent mention, citation, and integration of the assigned readings (explained in YOUR own words, though)
Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Correctly titled posts!
How many points do you honestly feel your post this week deserves? Justify your answer.
Well I answer the questions as well as I could, I sorry but I have had alot of things going on. So therefore the whole 25 points, please.