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Statement-Argument - Intermediate Level: strong arguments INTERMEDIATE

Quick mental agility ★ session: 20 intermediate-level statement-argument questions. Worksheet 17 of 30 - Focus: strong arguments. Practice weak arguments, logical reasoning, argument strength with instant feedback. Great for mid-level students needing moderate complexity with mixed patterns practice.

📝 Worksheet 17 of 30 • 20 questions • ⏱️ Estimated time: 20 minutes • 🎯 Intermediate level

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Worksheet 17 of 30 (56% complete)

Question 1

Statement: Should the city build more public parks? Argument: Yes, because parks are nice to look at Is this argument strong or weak?
Weak - aesthetic preference is not a substantial policy argument
argument, strength, evaluation

Question 2

Original Argument: Either we increase taxes or cut services. We cannot increase taxes. Therefore, we must cut services. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: Either P or Q. Not P. Therefore, Q. (Disjunctive syllogism - valid). The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic

Question 3

Text: 'Studies show, experts agree, and data confirms that this policy will benefit everyone' What rhetorical strategy is primarily used here?
References expertise multiple times using parallel structure for emphasis
argument, rhetoric, persuasion

Question 4

Argument: School uniforms improve student discipline because they reduce clothing-related distractions and peer pressure. Which new piece of evidence would MOST strengthen this argument?
This strengthens the argument by providing direct empirical support that confirms the claimed causal relationship.
argument, strengthen, weaken, evidence

Question 5

Original Argument: All doctors are educated. Some educated people are rich. Therefore, some doctors are rich. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: All A are B. Some B are C. Therefore, some A are C.. The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic

Question 6

Statement: Should companies allow employees to work from home permanently? Argument: Yes, it reduces commuting time and increases productivity Is this argument strong or weak?
Strong - cites specific measurable benefits
argument, strength, evaluation

Question 7

Claim: Regular exercise improves mental health Evidence: A celebrity's Instagram post about fitness benefits How would you rate the quality of this evidence?
Celebrity endorsement without scientific backing
argument, evidence, quality

Question 8

Analyze this argument: No birds are mammals. All bats are mammals. Therefore, no bats are birds. What is the logical structure?
This follows valid logical form with properly distributed terms
argument, structure, validity

Question 9

Original Argument: If the economy improves, unemployment will fall. Unemployment has fallen. Therefore, the economy has improved. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: If P then Q. Q is true. Therefore, P is true. (Affirming the consequent - fallacy). The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic

Question 10

Original Argument: Nuclear energy should be expanded because it's clean and efficient Which counterargument most effectively challenges this position?
This challenges the 'clean' claim by highlighting the long-term environmental impact
argument, counter, debate

Question 11

Text: 'We face a choice: either we act now with courage, or we abandon our principles and accept failure' What rhetorical strategy is primarily used here?
Presents only two extreme options while using emotionally charged terms
argument, rhetoric, persuasion

Question 12

Statement: 'Everyone I know supports this policy, so it must be the right thing to do' What logical fallacy does this argument contain?
The argument assumes something is correct because many people believe it
argument, fallacy, logic

Question 13

Text: 'Studies show, experts agree, and data confirms that this policy will benefit everyone' What rhetorical strategy is primarily used here?
References expertise multiple times using parallel structure for emphasis
argument, rhetoric, persuasion

Question 14

Argument: College education is no longer worth the cost because tuition has risen faster than inflation while starting salaries have stagnated. Which new evidence would MOST weaken this argument?
This weakens the argument by providing contradictory evidence or showing the claimed relationship doesn't hold.
argument, strengthen, weaken, evidence

Question 15

Original Argument: Nuclear energy should be expanded because it's clean and efficient Which counterargument most effectively challenges this position?
This challenges the 'clean' claim by highlighting the long-term environmental impact
argument, counter, debate

Question 16

Original Argument: If the economy improves, unemployment will fall. Unemployment has fallen. Therefore, the economy has improved. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: If P then Q. Q is true. Therefore, P is true. (Affirming the consequent - fallacy). The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic

Question 17

Argument: Four-day work weeks increase productivity because employees are more refreshed and focused when working fewer days. Which new evidence would MOST weaken this argument?
This weakens the argument by providing contradictory evidence or showing the claimed relationship doesn't hold.
argument, strengthen, weaken, evidence

Question 18

Statement: Should companies allow employees to work from home permanently? Argument: Yes, it reduces commuting time and increases productivity Is this argument strong or weak?
Strong - cites specific measurable benefits
argument, strength, evaluation

Question 19

Analyze this argument: No birds are mammals. All bats are mammals. Therefore, no bats are birds. What is the logical structure?
This follows valid logical form with properly distributed terms
argument, structure, validity

Question 20

Original Argument: If the economy improves, unemployment will fall. Unemployment has fallen. Therefore, the economy has improved. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: If P then Q. Q is true. Therefore, P is true. (Affirming the consequent - fallacy). The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic
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