Kennedy/Nixon Debate
Kennedy-Nixon Argument Analysis Graphic Organizer
Key Point:
Kennedy
Nixon
What is the purpose of the argument?
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What is the purpose of the argument?
What is the point of view of the argument? Who is the intended audience?
What is the point of view of the argument? Who is the intended audience?
What is Kennedy’s claim?
What is Nixon’s claim?
What evidence is provided to support the claim?
What evidence is provided to support the claim?
Is a counterclaim presented? If so, how is it refuted or weakened?
Is a counterclaim presented? If so, how is it refuted or weakened?
How convincing is the argument presented by Kennedy? Use details from the reading to support your opinion.
How convincing is the argument presented by Nixon? Use details from the reading to support your opinion.