1 of 1 ·Reasons and Conclusions

Lesson 1 · Arguments and Explanations
Map what someone wants you to believe and why.
Click to zoomIllustration supporting An argument links reasons to a conclusionA conclusion is the claim an argument asks you to accept. Reasons are the statements offered in support. A list of true facts is not enough unless they connect to the conclusion.
Many students wait after school and the study hall is crowded are reasons. Therefore, the library should stay open one hour later is the conclusion. Costs and staffing still need examination.
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