Argument & Grammar Review-Qtr 2

Argument Terms and Grammar Review

Complete the following review to prepare for your Quiz on Friday 11/15.

Pronoun Usage

Pronoun: a word that takes the place of a noun.

​Watch the video below before the "Pronoun Usage" practice begins.

Multiple Choice

The cat is sleeping on the couch. ___ looks very comfortable.

• It

• He

• She

Multiple Choice

When the teacher asked the class about their favorite books, Jessica said that ___ enjoys fantasy novels the most.

• she

• he

• it

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences correctly uses an interrogative pronoun?

• Who are you going to the concert with?

• They are planning a trip to the mountains.

• I have a dog named Max.

Multiple Choice

___ of the two books do you prefer for the project?

• Who

• Which

• What

Modifiers

​​Watch the video below before the "Modifiers" practice begins.

Argument Terms

Review the terms listed here and on your handout given at the start of Quarter 2. There will be practice questions on the next slides.

-Claim
-Counterclaim
-Evidence
-Refute
-Thesis
-Concede
-Grounds
-Parallel Structure

Multiple Choice

When a writer concedes, they:

• Ignore the opposing argument.

• Present new evidence that contradicts their thesis.

• Acknowledge a valid point made by the opposition.

Multiple Choice

What is a claim?
A) A statement that supports the main argument
B) An opposing viewpoint
C) The main argument in an essay
D) A reason to concede

• The main argument in an essay

• A reason to concede

• A statement that supports the main argument

Multiple Choice

What evidence will you use for your Argument essay?

• My device

• CHORES Chart

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about parallel structure is true?

• It involves only using adjectives to modify nouns.

• It is a technique used to create rhythm and clarity.

• It refers to the main argument of the essay.