Why can’t mere assertions or statements of beliefs constitute an argument?

Read the dialogue from act ll scene iv of romeo and juliet. which word from the conversation best the reader understand the mood of the scene?

Which members of the press did nixon say have been the hardest on him? a.the television news agencies. b.newspapers c.tabloids d.public radio !

Summarize the main points of aristotle’s definition of tragedy, indicating where possible how these characteristics arouse responses from the audience?