The Rogerian argument will include a rebuttal of the opposing viewpoint. 

Deductive reasoning begins with premises–statements or assumptions on which an argument is based or from which _________ are drawn. 

A source has authority when a writer has the expertise to write about the subject. Always try to determine if the author is a recognized authority or simply a person who decided to write about a particular topic. 

If you make a statement like Everything in the Bible is true.   The Bible says Noah built an ark.  Therefore, Noah’s ark really existed. This is considered to be ________(3 words) because it presents a debatable statement that requires proof to show that it is actually true. 

When you have a clear __________, convincing support, and effective refutation of opposing arguments, you establish your credibility and go a long way toward convincing readers that you are someone worth listening to. 

When paraphrasing, you give the source’s main ideas in detail, but you use your own words. 

Every visual is an argument. 

If you use a source from the internet, you must cite it correctly. It may be up to you to locate the required information to create a complete citation. 

In college, you encounter arguments on a ____________ basis; in fact, both class discussions and academic writing often take the form of argument. 

Describe the Supreme Court’s position on federalism from the founding of the republic to the present day. Discuss at least two landmark cases that you believe have been most influential in shaping federal–state relations. Has the Supreme Court’s position changed frequently, or has its stance been generally consistent, despite a few unique periods?