COMM 40: Argumentation and Advocacy
Course exam catalog and study material archive for Argumentation and Advocacy at San José State University (SJSU). Request verified past exam papers and study resources directly through our student community.
This archive catalogs 11 free educational resources and past exams for COMM 40 (Argumentation and Advocacy) at San José State University (SJSU), containing 5 midterm papers, 5 final examinations, and 1 worksheet. Dated documents represent 5 distinct academic years between 2020 and 2024.
Core Exam Topics & Learning Objectives
- Argumentation theory: claim categorization (fact, value, policy), data warrants, and backing evidence in COMM 40
- Debate formats and cross-examination strategies: affirmative/negative burdens of proof and rebuttal techniques
- Logical fallacy identification: ad hominem, straw man, false dilemma, and slippery slope refutations
- Policy proposition analysis, stock issues (harm, inherency, solvency), and critical reasoning in Argumentation and Advocacy
Study Resource for Argumentation and Advocacy
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2020
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Midterm (Exam 1) 2020
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Final Exam 2020
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Final Exam 2020
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2021
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Midterm (Exam 1) 2021
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Final Exam 2021
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Final Exam 2021
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2022
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Midterm (Exam 1) 2022
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Final Exam 2022
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Final Exam 2022
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2023
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Midterm (Exam 1) 2023
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Final Exam 2023
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Final Exam 2023
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2024
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Midterm (Exam 1) 2024
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Final Exam 2024
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Final Exam 2024
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Worksheet 1
San José State University (SJSU) COMM 40 Worksheet 1
Assessment Inventory for COMM 40 (11 Documents)
| Document | Format | Year | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2024 | Midterm | 2024 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2024 | Final | 2024 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2023 | Midterm | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2023 | Final | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2022 | Midterm | 2022 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2022 | Final | 2022 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2021 | Midterm | 2021 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2021 | Final | 2021 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2020 | Midterm | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2020 | Final | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Worksheet 1 | Worksheet | — | Illustrative Archive |
| Complete inventory of all 11 assessments (sorted by most recent). Select any document to inspect or use the search bar above to filter. | |||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which assessment formats are cataloged in this COMM 40 archive?
This collection for COMM 40 at San José State University (SJSU) catalogs 11 total resources across the following formats: Midterms, Finals, Worksheets. Each document is listed in the assessment inventory table below with its individual format tag and academic year where recorded.
What academic years are covered in this COMM 40 collection?
Dated materials in this archive span from 2020 to 2024, representing 5 distinct academic years. Coverage varies by the records currently cataloged for this course.
How can students access these free COMM 40 past exams?
All cataloged COMM 40 past exams and study materials are free to request. The catalog, metadata, assessment inventory, and illustrative thumbnails are public; source documents are not shown on this page. Use the connect options to request a study resource, and confirm current course topics and grading policies with the San José State University (SJSU) course syllabus.