how identify-premise-conclusion-argument

Instructions

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     Find the conclusion first by looking for the statement that makes the main point. Ask yourself with what thought the person presenting the argument wants you to leave. The conclusion is often the first or last statement in an argument, and sometimes it is repeated to emphasize that it is the main point. Write down the sentences on a piece of paper and figure out their relation to each other. Learn the key words that are likely to be used in a conclusion. Key words include therefore, for that reason, thus, so, for, then, consequently, as a result and accordingly.
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     Look for sentences that offer evidence, anecdotes, explanations, supporting arguments and quotations from authorities to support the conclusion. Premises are reasons given to support a conclusion, and they can be identified by key terms that include according to, considering, by, if, given that, in fact, for, since, because and after all. The context in which key words are used determine whether or not they are clues to identify premises and conclusions.
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     Identify missing premises. When presenting an argument, some speakers assume certain premises are facts or common knowledge that don't need to be stated. If a premise seems to be missing, you might have to try to get into the speaker's head and figure out what statement they have left unspoken that would support the argument's conclusion. Translate rhetorical questions in an argument into declarative sentences.

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