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Political power and action flashcards

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What is the difference between a topic, an issue and a question?: Topic: political power and action. Issue: whether voting should be compulsory. Question: "Should voting be compulsory in democratic countries?"
Does "82% say they will vote" show that 82% vote?: No. Intention is not action: what people say they will do is not the same as what they do.
What is the difference between participation and influence?: Signing a petition is participation; whether it changes a decision is a separate question.
In Question 3, should you agree with the argument you like best?: No. You judge how well an argument is supported, not whether you like its conclusion.
What is the difference between an argument and an assertion?: An argument offers a conclusion supported by reasons and evidence. An assertion is a claim with no support. Do not treat an assertion as evidence.
What is an assumption in a source?: Something taken for granted but left unstated. A strong answer states it and judges whether it is reasonable.