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Academic Writing II
Identifying arguments

Week 2, Summer 2020

Read the following statements and identify whether they are arguments or not.

1. Karen is ill because of her own carelessness because she went out in the rain yesterday
and played. Argument

2. Mrs. Webster is a very generous woman. She gives food to the poor and shares her
monthly income with the children’s organization. Not

3. Members of Parliament should be given a job description so that they can be equitably
evaluated and to give them a sense of direction. Argument

4. I believe it is wrong for people to argue with the Prime Minister over everything. Not

5. Some students are not ready for online learning. Not

6. Living in rural areas is better because house lots tend to be larger, and these areas are
safer to raise families. Argument

7. It is atrocious that so many elderly people who have co-morbidities are refusing to wear
masks. Not

8. I think the government should provide masks for everyone as some people cannot afford
them and doing so will boost public morale. Argument

9. Lifestyle diseases are prominent because many people refuse to eat properly, and others
think they are invincible, so they treat are careless with their overall health. Argument

10. Children under 12 years old should not be forced into online learning as they are not able
to keep up with the requirements. Argument

11. Parents of children who suffer from childhood obesity due to lifestyle choices should be
prosecuted. Not

12. It is against human rights for governments to not provide free education for their citizens.
Not

N. Cameron – June 2020