For each of the following statements, identify the assumption that would link the claim to its support. Use the following format to discover the assump- tion: “Because (support), therefore (claim), since (assumption), on account of (backing), unless (reservation).” Decide whether each of the statements would require a qualifier.
1. Grades should be abolished because they add stress to the learning experience.
2. Until you buy me a diamond, I won’t know that you love me!
3. Everyone should read novels because they make us more understanding of human foibles and frailties.