Multiple choice

Directions: An assertion is a point of view. An argument is a statement meant to convince another about a certain point of view. A counter-argument contains logic opposed to assertion. Based on these, classify the four sentences in following question:
(A) Concluding assertion
(B) Supporting reason
(C) Statement irrelevant to the argument
(D) Counter - argument
A. Never try to read a newspaper while traveling by a STC bus on Indian roads, it can permanently damage your vision.
B. We must save time and hence, we should carry newspaper along with us everywhere.
C. Trying to read while moving can be extremely injurious to your eyes.
D. Saving time is more crucial than temporary discomfort to the eyes.

  1. BCAC

  2. ADBB

  3. BDAD

  4. CCAD

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Option (3) BDAD The sentence given to us as assertion is 'try to read while moving that can be extremely injurious to your eyes'. Sentence A cites the damage of reading while traveling, therefore, it can be marked as supporting argument. Both sentences B and D can be marked as counter-argument to the given sentence. Therefore, classification in option (3) is perfectly valid and can be marked as correct.