AnswersELA 10B - 2023Analyzing Ideas, Structure, and Purpose in Machiavelli’s The Prince

Analyzing Ideas, Structure, and Purpose in Machiavelli’s The Prince Answers

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Which statement correctly identifies and explains the reasoning used in the sample argument?Socrates is a man. All men are mortal. Socrates is mortal.

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It uses inductive reasoning, because it begins with a general conclusion and is followed by evidence.
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It uses inductive reasoning, because it begins with evidence and then forms a general conclusion.
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It uses deductive reasoning, because it starts with a general conclusion to prove something true.
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It uses deductive reasoning, because it starts with evidence and is followed by a general conclusion.
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Which statement explains the reasoning and evidence used to support the claim that a principality created by the people is easier to rule?

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The argument uses deductive reasoning and logical evidence in the form of a historical example to support the claim.
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The argument relies on logical evidence in the form of a historical example to draw a general conclusion that supports the claim.
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The argument uses both deductive and inductive reasoning that relies on anecdotal evidence to support the claim.
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The argument presents empirical evidence in the form of statistics to form deductive reasoning and support the claim.
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How does the author's diction affect the tone of the text?

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The use of slang words creates a relaxed, informal tone.
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The use of academic language creates an angry and disdainful tone.
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The use of academic language gives the text a serious and instructive tone.
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The use of words with strong connotative meanings creates a sorrowful tone.

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