Question

For each of the following statements, identify the assumption that would link the claim to its support. Use the following format to discover the assump- tion: “Because (support), therefore (claim), since (assumption), on account of (backing), unless (reservation).” Decide whether each of the statements would require a qualifier.

Answer 1

1. (1) assumption: grades
2. assumption: buy me
3. assumption:they(novels) make us more interesting
4. assumption: we want to decrease gang violence
5. assumption: you believe that familiarity breeds contempt.
6. assumption:the interest has become a vital part of our lives.
7. assumption: she is your mother.
8. assumption: improving the educational system is essential