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Question 6

Long Answer: What do you think Dr. Marquis’s argument is? Why do you think that is his argument?

(Tip: You aren’t required to use numbered statements like 1., 2., 3., but using them can help structure your answer. This question asks of you that you do more than just provide numbered statements, too. You should use & reference the article to explain what, from the text, makes you think that such-and-such is his first premise, his second premise, etc. Your final answer should include a list of all the premises & his conclusion and explanations about why you think that is what he is saying.)

(Tip: This question doesn’t require that you critique, defend, or argue against Dr. Marquis. Just tell me what you think his argument is regardless of whether you think it is a good argument.)

Question 7

Essay Answer: Do you think Dr. Thompson’s argument is sound? Why or why not?

First: Present the argument. What are the premises and conclusion?
Second:
– If you think the argument is unsound, explain why. What is your objection to the argument?
– If you think the argument is sound, explain why someone might (wrongly) think the argument is unsound.
Third:
– If you think the argument is unsound, explain why someone might (wrongly) think the argument is sound.
– If you think the argument is sound, explain why. What is your objection to the objection you described in the second part of this question?