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Logic – II · Unit 3

Logic II exam question: Discuss the uses of language, explaining

The question (13 marks)

Discuss the uses of language, explaining emotive words, persuasive definition and emotively neutral language, and distinguish a verbal dispute from a genuine one. Why does this matter to a lawyer? (13 marks)

MU Module III, head 3.1 uses of language, emotive words, kinds of agreement and disagreement; pack ch. 03 section 1.

Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.

It tests Unit 3 · Language and Law: Fallacies and Impediments to Reasoning of Logic – II.

How an answer is marked

A full-marks answer names the issue in one line, states the rule with its section, cites the authority, applies it to these facts and concludes — in that order. The app's model answer for this question is written in exactly that shape, with a checklist to mark your own attempt against.