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Aristotle's PoliticsGrade 9rhetoric Stage

Constitutions Compared

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What You'll Learn

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Comprehension

Identifies the two dimensions: number of rulers and whose benefit

2

Cause & Consequence

Explains how each correct form degenerates into its deviant counterpart

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Meaning

Takes a position on which constitution type is best or whether Aristotle's classification is useful

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Defense

Steel-mans the counterargument (presents it in its strongest form)

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