Opinion Writing Quiz

What is an opinion statement in writing?

• A personal belief or viewpoint expressed in writing.

• A statement that is universally accepted as true.

• A statement that is based on scientific research.

• A factual statement supported by evidence.

Why is it important to support opinions with evidence in opinion writing?

• To make the writing more confusing and difficult to understand.

• To make the writing less persuasive and credible.

• To make the argument weaker and less convincing.

• To add credibility and persuasiveness to the argument.

What are counterarguments in opinion writing?

• Personal anecdotes that support the writer's opinion.

• Evidence that supports the writer's opinion.

• Opposing viewpoints or arguments that challenge or contradict the writer's opinion.

• Agreeing viewpoints or arguments that support the writer's opinion.

How should an opinion essay be organized?

• An opinion essay should be organized with a conclusion, body paragraphs, and an introduction.

• An opinion essay should be organized with only body paragraphs and no introduction or conclusion.

• An opinion essay should be organized with a conclusion, introduction, and no body paragraphs.

• An opinion essay should be organized with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

Why is persuasive language important in opinion writing?

• To inform the reader and create a persuasive effect.

• To entertain the reader and create a persuasive effect.

• To convince the reader and create a persuasive effect.

• To confuse the reader and create a persuasive effect.

What is the purpose of an opinion statement in an essay?

• To provide evidence and support for the main argument.

• To present a counterargument or opposing viewpoint.

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

• To express the writer's personal viewpoint or stance on a particular topic.

What are some examples of evidence that can be used to support opinions?

• surveys, case studies, historical data

• rumors, gossip, hearsay

• fictional stories, conspiracy theories, superstitions

• statistics, research studies, expert opinions, personal experiences, anecdotal evidence

How can counterarguments be addressed in opinion writing?

• By ignoring opposing viewpoints and only focusing on one's own opinion.

• By avoiding providing evidence and reasoning to support one's own opinion.

• By dismissing potential counterarguments without addressing them.

• By acknowledging and addressing opposing viewpoints, providing evidence and reasoning to support one's own opinion, and anticipating and responding to potential counterarguments.

What are some common organizational structures for opinion essays?

• chronological structure

• compare and contrast structure

• narrative structure

• block structure, point-by-point structure, and mixed structure

Give an example of persuasive language that can be used in opinion writing.

• Using emotional language, strong and confident language, providing evidence and examples, addressing counterarguments

• Using weak and unconvincing evidence

• Ignoring counterarguments

• Using vague and uncertain language