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Argument Detective Worksheet
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Argument Detective Worksheet
🔍 Part 1: Identifying Arguments and Reasoning
1. What is the main claim (argument) the author makes about reality TV in the passage?
Reality TV is entertaining and harmless
Reality TV has negative effects on society
Reality TV should be banned completely
Reality TV is educational for viewers
2. Which type of reasoning does the author use when saying "People without talent can become rich and famous by behaving badly"?
Appeal to logic with facts
Appeal to emotion
False cause fallacy
Appeal to authority
3. Highlight at least TWO types of reasoning used in the passage. In the space below, explain why you think each type is effective or not effective (minimum 3 sentences).
🎭 Part 2: Rhetorical Devices Detective Work
4. What rhetorical device does the author use in this statement: "...marrying someone you've never met or even seen is totally believable, right?"
Hyperbole
Irony
Personification
Simile
5. Find ONE rhetorical device (irony or rhetorical question) in the passage. Write the exact quote and explain its purpose in the author's argument.
Quote: "_________________________________________________"
6. How does the rhetorical question contribute to the author's tone?
Creates humor and sarcasm to challenge beliefs
Shows sympathy for reality TV stars
Provides factual evidence
Gives a direct answer to critics
📚 Part 3: Context Clues Vocabulary
7. Use context clues from the passage to determine the meaning of "exploit" as used in paragraph 5:
To improve fully
To make use of selfishly
To praise highly
To hide carefully
8. Using definition, synonym, or antonym context clues from the text, write the meanings of these words:
Degeneration: ________________________________
Addiction: ___________________________________
Contempt: ____________________________________
9. Choose the word that has a negative connotation in the passage:
Famous
Behavior
Exploit
Popular
10. In 2-3 sentences, explain how understanding the author's word choices helps you better understand their argument about reality TV.
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