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comparing arguments from diverse perspectives
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read the two passages about school uniforms.
which statement best compares how the authors
develop their arguments?
passage 1
school uniforms could alter students attitudes toward
passage 1 uses a logical approach, while passage 2
their education. if students wear the same clothing
contains appeals to emotion.
each day, they will not have to think about what to wear
passage 1 uses an emotional appeal, while
on a daily basis. in addition, having a uniform could
passage 2 uses mainly understatement.
boost students confidence and reduce envy or
passage 1 uses empirical evidence, while passage
embarrassment. conforming to one uniform might also
2 relies on logical evidence.
help students fit in more easily.
passage 1 uses an ad hominem attack, while
passage 2
passage 2 has a bandwagon appeal.
school uniforms have no place in education, especially
since we are trying to instill the principles of
individuality and diversity in our children. school
uniforms destroy students abilities to be themselves. i
have seen schools where uniforms are required; the
students faces tell the whole story. by enforcing
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Explanation:

• Passage 1:
• Talks about practical outcomes like students not having to think about daily clothing, boost in confidence, reduction in envy/embarrassment, and easier fitting - in. These are logical, rational points about the potential benefits of school uniforms.
• For example, “If students wear the same clothing each day, they will not have to think about what to wear on a daily basis” is a logical statement about a time - saving and decision - reducing aspect.
• Passage 2:
• Mentions “School uniforms have no place in education, especially since we are trying to instill the principles of individuality and diversity in our children” which is an emotional appeal. It plays on the sentiment of individuality and diversity (values that people often have strong emotional attachments to). Also, “School uniforms destroy students’ abilities to be themselves” is an emotional statement as it implies a negative impact on a core aspect (self - expression) that can evoke an emotional response.

Answer:

Passage 1 uses a logical approach, while passage 2 contains appeals to emotion.