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ANALYZE CRAFT AND
In an argument, a writer (or speaker) presents a stance on a debatable issue. The
writer then aims to convince the reader of his or her opinion and often works to
persuade the audience to take action. In an argument, the writer usually does the
following:
• presents a claim, or statement of the opinion or main point argued.
⚫ builds an argument in support of the claim by presenting logical reasons.
supports the reasons with relevant and sufficient evidence-for example, facts,
statistics, expert testimony, and/or quotations from relevant texts.
• acknowledges and refutes counterclaims, or opposing viewpoints.
⚫ concludes with a restatement of the claim, a summary of the argument, and a call to
action.
DIRECTIONS: Read the following argument presented at a community board
meeting. Then, answer the questions that follow.
In the past two years, the rising number of feral cat colonies in our area has created
a significant problem. Community members have proposed various solutions, from
relocation to euthanasia. However, the most reasonable and humane solution is to fund
a trap-neuter-return (TNR) program. The main problem with the feral colonies is their
proliferation. TNR almost entirely eliminates the colony's ability to reproduce, so the
colony eventually will become smaller, not exponentially larger. One cat can give birth
to nearly thirty kittens in one year, so sterilizing all the cats in a colony has a huge
impact. In addition, the cats will receive needed medical attention and vaccinations,
preventing an outbreak of disease. Some people argue that it is inhumane to return
feral cats because the animals are forced to fend for themselves and face starvation.
However, in our community, people have taken it upon themselves to tend these
colonies. The cats are regularly fed and outside shelters are already in place. By
implementing TNR, we are giving these feral cats a chance to be healthy and happy
and to become a benefit to our community.
1. Identify the writer's claim in this argument.
2. What two reasons does the writer give to support the claim?
3. What evidence does the writer provide to support the claim?
4. Identify the counterclaim that the writer addresses.
5. Briefly describe the structure of this argument.

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1.) The writer's claim is that the most reasonable and humane solution to the problem of rising feral cat colonies is to fund a trap-neuter-return (TNR) program.

2.) The two reasons the writer gives to support the claim are:
a. TNR almost entirely eliminates the colony's ability to reproduce, leading to a reduction in the colony size.
b. The cats will receive needed medical attention and vaccinations, preventing disease outbreaks.

3.) The evidence provided by the writer includes:
The statement that one cat can give birth to nearly thirty kittens in one year, emphasizing the impact of sterilization on reducing the colony size.

4.) The assertion that the cats will receive needed medical attention and vaccinations, which can prevent disease outbreaks.
The counterclaim that the writer addresses is that it is inhumane to return feral cats because they are forced to fend for themselves and face starvation.

5.) The structure of this argument follows the typical format of an argumentative essay or speech, including:

• Introduction: Presenting the issue of rising feral cat colonies and the need for a solution.

• Claim: Stating the writer's stance that funding a TNR program is the most reasonable and humane solution.

• Reasons: Providing two reasons to support the claim, which are reducing colony size through sterilization and preventing disease outbreaks through medical attention and vaccinations.

• Evidence: Supporting the reasons with evidence such as statistics on cat reproduction and the benefits of medical attention.

• Acknowledgment of counterclaim: Addressing the opposing viewpoint that returning feral cats is inhumane.

•Conclusion: Restating the claim, summarizing the argument, and issuing a call to action to implement TNR.

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