Question

1. upon entering her home a little before 5 pm, charlotte saw unwashed dishes in the sink and the mess, more than likely made by her dog, on the floor. the door to the backyard was open where barkey could be seen chasing a ball. a winter coat was hung on the coat - hanger, and a pair of winter boots was left by the door. charlotte knew that her messy little sister was home.

why is this passage an example of the use of logical evidence?
a. charlotte analyzes the mess to blame it on her sister.
b. charlotte reaches a conclusion based on general truths.
c. the dog is playing outside in the winter season.
d. there is no scientific proof for the sisters presence.

it is important, likewise, that the habits of thinking in a free country should inspire caution, in those entrusted with its administration, to confine themselves within their respective constitutional spheres, avoiding in the exercise of the powers of one department to encroach upon another. the spirit of encroachment tends to consolidate the powers of all the departments in one, and thus to create, whatever the form of government, a real despotism. a just estimate of that love of power, and proneness to abuse it, which predominates in the human heart, is sufficient to satisfy us of the truth of this position. the necessity of reciprocal checks in the exercise of political power, by dividing and distributing it into different depositories, and constituting each the guardian of the public weal against invasions by the others, has been evinced by experiments ancient and modern; some of them in our country and under our own eyes. to preserve them must be as necessary as to institute them. if, in the opinion of the people, the distribution or modification of the constitutional powers be in any particular wrong, let it be corrected by an amendment in the way which the constitution designates. but let it be no change by usurpation; for, though the constitution be the instrument of good, it is the customary weapon by which free governments are destroyed. the precedent must always greatly overbalance in permanent evil this, in one instance, destroy. the use of it can at any time yield any partial or transient benefit, which address (1796)

1. which of the following is an argument that washington makes in the passage?

a. people live better lives without government.
b. people tend to abuse power if they are not stopped.
c. people do not tolerate oppression for long.
d. people are naturally inclined to do what is right.

Explanation:

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Logical evidence involves drawing conclusions based on reasoning and observable facts. Charlotte reaches a conclusion about the cause of the mess from the details she observes. Option B is correct as it describes drawing a conclusion based on general truths (observable details in the scene) which is logical - reasoning. Option A is incorrect as there's no indication she blames her sister. Option C is just a statement about the dog and not related to logical evidence. Option D is about lack of scientific proof which is not relevant to logical evidence here.

In the passage, it is stated that the love of power in human nature means that those with power tend to abuse it if not checked. This is reflected in the need for reciprocal checks and balances. Option A is contrary to what's said as the passage emphasizes the importance of a proper - structured government. Option C is not supported as the passage focuses on the abuse of power rather than people doing what is right. Option D is not the main argument; the focus is on the abuse of power due to human nature's love of power.

Answer:

B. Charlotte reaches a conclusion based on general truths.

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