Question

What factors lend credibility to the article?

The author reveals a bias toward the victims of the genocide.
The author explains the source of tension between rival groups.
The article assumes knowledge on the part of the reader.
The article is published in a web-based publication

Answer 1

Only one of those factors clearly lends credibility:

- The author explains the source of tension between rival groups — Yes. Providing clear background, context, and causal explanation shows knowledge and helps readers evaluate the argument.

The others do not lend credibility (and can detract from it):

- The author reveals a bias toward the victims of the genocide — No. Overt bias undermines objectivity and reduces credibility unless transparently acknowledged and supported by evidence.
- The article assumes knowledge on the part of the reader — No. Assumptions about readers’ prior knowledge affect accessibility and clarity but don’t inherently increase credibility.
- The article is published in a web-based publication — Not necessarily. Being online says nothing about quality; credibility depends on the publisher’s reputation, editorial standards, and source citation.