Argument Quiz 2

Argument 2 Quiz

The following phrases are samples of the kind of language that is used in academic argument. They are taken from the advanced language section. See if you can identify the function of each numbered phrase.

1	It should also be emphasized that… Distinguishing between one point and another Qualifying an argument Referring to evidence Making an additional point
2	In the final analysis this may be the best explanation of all. Giving an example Making a conclusion Giving evidence Qualifying an argument
3	We must of course treat these figures with caution. Limiting the scope of an academic paper Conceding a point to an opposing argument Asking a question Referring to statistics
4	Before considering these cases in detail, we need to step back and consider the broader argument. Making a conclusion Referring to what the author is going to write about Referring to evidence Criticizing an opposing argument
5	Consider the following description of the battlefield given by B. J. Cummins: Reviewing another author’s work Giving reasons to support an argument Introducing a quotation Distinguishing between one point and another
6	As has often been pointed out (Brown, 1989, Cross, 1992, Hansen, 1995), this kind of research has its limitations. Asking questions Qualifying Giving reasons to support an argument Referring to statistics
7	As Greening has argued we should move towards attempting to provide more quantitative data in this area (Greening,1998b). Citing Quoting Referring backwards in the text Referring to author’s own evidence
8	It is often assumed that Italy is a modern integrated capitalist economy. However if we look at the evidence we see that family businesses continue to dominate in the south. Criticizing an argument Making a conclusion Asking questions Making an additional point
9	Indeed, it is possible to argue from retail figures that the Hong Kong economy grew between the years 1995-1997. Yet, other evidence presented below suggests that there was a slight contraction the economy. Making a conclusion Conceding a point to an opposing argument (and then criticizing it) Quoting Asking questions
10	Germany was the real victor of World War One. This is not an isolated view (Leighton, 1966, Browning, 1981, Schneider, 1993). Referring to author’s own evidence Citing Referring backwards Conceding a point to an opposing argument (and then criticizing it)