Quiz- 1

Answer to the above question is option 2 and this can be drawn on the basis of the line “But science isn't supposed to care about preconceived notions. Science, at least good science, tells us about the world as it is and not as some wish it to be".

Explanation:

Statement I explains a valid reason to go against such marriages because it is wrong to encourage anything that jeopardises the health of a person. Hence, (I) is a strong argument.
Statement II is not a valid argument because a custom being followed since a long time does not necessary make it good. Only I is strong.

Explanation:

Statement I: The basic purpose of conducting classes is to help students. Hence, statement I is a strong argument as it conveys this idea.
Statement II: If the institute conducts classes with the intention of making profits, then this is a valid point to be considered. Hence, statement II is also strong.

Explanation:

Just because some poor people are improving economically, we cannot conclude that there are good politicians. Any reason could be ascribed to such an improvement. Statement II is very vague and is not giving any reasons for the argument that it proposes. Hence, both the statements are weak arguments.

Explanation:

Sanctuary for endangered animals becomes necessary when it improves and betters the living conditions of the world. But at the same time, if an economy is not able to provide basic necessities to its people, then it cannot think of constructing sanctuaries. Therefore, the decision is based on both the factors viz. requirement and funds supply. Hence, both I and II are strong arguments.

Explanation:

Anything which hinders the learning process in a child must be controlled and, if possible, be prohibited. The aim of teacher should be to make a child learn. According to argument I, beating causes hindrance to learning process of a child thus defeating the ultimate goal. If also supports its argument by referring to the findings of psychologists. Hence, I is a strong argument. Argument II states that a child will be spoiled if it is not caned. Caning is an extreme measure, there are also other softer methods to rectify a child. Moreover, the argument is not substantiated by any facts. Hence, II is a weak argument.

Only Argument I describe the answer about the allowance to children over using of internet kiosks.