Pretest: Argumentative Writing

The opposite of the argument, or the opposing argument is called the _____.

• bias

• claim

• counterclaim

• argument

A(n) _____ is the prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.

• bias

• claim

• evidence

• argument

The position being taken in the argument is called the _____, or the thesis.

• bias

• claim

• evidence

• counterclaim

The _____ serves as support for the reasons offered and helps compel audiences to accept claims.

• bias

• claim

• counterclaim

• evidence

A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong is called the _____.

• claim

• argument

• bias

• evidence

It is important to establish relationships between claims and reasons.

• True

• False

The argument depends upon strong claims backed by solid evidence.

• True

• False

Slang is acceptable in an argumentative essay.

• True

• False

Transition words are important for adding unity to your paper.

• True

• False

What is the purpose of a counterclaim?

•  To describe in sharp or vivid detail
  

• To show or prove to be reasonable
  

• To negate or disagree with a claim
  

• To appeal to emotion