Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. The mood of the person you wish to address should help you determine whether it is
appropriate to engage them in argument.
2. By monopolizing the conversation, the advocate can be more persuasive.
3. Advocates should explore their points of similarity with their listeners and use them as a
starting point for their own arguments.
4. Your argument claims should be brief.
5. The strongest arguments are those that suggest alternatives rather than only pointing out
deficiencies in someone’s position.


1. true
2. false
3. true
4. true
5. true

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