Reading Check and Short Answer Questions on key points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.

Parts 1-2, Chapters 1-4

Reading Check

1. According to Heinrichs, what are the two tools a persuader must have to shape the outcome of an argument, as described in Chapter 2?

2. What are the three “megatools” of rhetoric described by Aristotle, according to Heinrichs in Chapter 4?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. In Chapter 1, Heinrichs opens the book with a personal story about his teenage son (George) winning an argument with Heinrichs about a tube of toothpaste. What is the point of this anecdote?

2. Why does Heinrichs say it’s important to remember Little Orphan Annie when arguing in the future tense?

Paired Resource

“Who Was St. Augustine?”

• St. Augustine is held up by Heinrichs as an example of a man who devised successful rhetorical strategies for converting non-Christians to Christianity. This English Heritage article explores St. Augustine’s life and legacy.
• Connects to the theme of Persuasion Is Not About the Persuader
• Using the terminology of Thank You for Arguing, what were the two main tools St. Augustine used to persuade potential new followers to Christianity?