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Exercise 1

1. Make a Rationale Reasoning map of this form:

Use these claims:

Click on the image to open it in the editor.  Note: editor will open in a new window.

Hints:

• Change the colors of the boxes to show what sort of claim each is: a white box for the position, a green box for the reason, and a red box for the objection. Make sure you're using the 'box' button and working in Reasoning mode.
• The position is the main point at stake, or the chief issue under consideration
• The reason is the claim that supports the position by providing evidence that suggests the position is true
• The objection is the claim that undermines the position, offering something to suggest that the position is false
• Arrange the boxes to replicate the argument template we've provided

2. Check your work against the model.

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