Argumentative Writing

Tone of an argumentative essay should be

• informal but persuasive

• formal and persuasive

• formal but informative

When writing is formal, the tone is also called

The claim that is put in the introduction is called

• stance or thesis

• proclamation

• supporting detail

Nominalisation is used for what purpose?

• to make it more conversational

• to make it less conversational

• to make it more understandable

What is does an argumentative essay have in common with discursive one?

• rebuttals

• counterclaims

• has a thesis

• uses rhetorical devices

Which of the following falls into logos?

• The earthquake caused destruction and devastation.

• It was the best meal I've ever had.

• 2 out of 10 people are testing positive for Covid.

Nominalisation is

• converting a noun into a verb

• converting a verb into an adjective

• converting a verb into a noun

Nominalise this word: fluctuate

What is different about discursive essays?

• they are heavily biased

• they discuss both pros and cons in a balanced way

• they use rebuttals

It tastes nice and is rich in magnesium and calcium. Doctors will often tell patients with stomach ailments to eat bananas. Furthermore, this fruit is easily available. If they become too ripe, one can always bake banana bread or make a delicious smoothie. Bananas are soft, pulpy and easy to blend making it easy for toddlers to eat.

What is the best opening sentence for this paragraph?

• Bananas are good for your health.

• The banana is a versatile fruit.

• Bananas are easily available.