Group: Katie, Sabrina, Ailin
Group work on the blog:
- Drunk drivers are involved in more than 50 percent of traffic deaths.
Hard Evidence – fact with a number; specifically states a statistic.
2. DNA tests of skin found under the victim’s fingernails suggest that the defendant was responsible for the assault.
Constructed Argument – logically assuming that since DNA was under the fingernail, the defendant is guilty; makes a connection between the case and evidence presented.
3. A psychologist testified that teenage violence could not be blamed on video games.
Constructed Argument – can be argued with, no factual evidence presented.
4. The crowds at President Trump’s inauguration were the largest on record.
Constructed Argument – although it is on record there are no numbers or figures to show proof; no factual evidence
5. “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.”
Constructed Argument – logical
6. Air bags ought to be removed from vehicles because they can kill young children and small-framed adults.
Constructed Argument – logical statement that can be argued with, drawing a conclusion from evidence found.
(Based on the activities in Lunsford, p. 63)
