Argumentative Writing Vocabulary Quiz

What is the definition of argumentative writing?

• Argumentative writing is a type of writing that presents multiple conflicting viewpoints without providing evidence or reasoning.

• Argumentative writing is a type of writing that focuses on personal opinions rather than facts and evidence.

• Argumentative writing is a type of writing that presents a claim or argument and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

• Argumentative writing is a type of writing that aims to entertain rather than persuade.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What are the three types of arguments?

• required arguments, optional arguments, and named arguments

• positional parameters, keyword parameters, and default parameters

• positional arguments, keyword arguments, and default arguments

• mandatory arguments, optional arguments, and named arguments

What is a claim in argumentative writing?

• A claim in argumentative writing is a statement or assertion that presents a position or viewpoint on a particular topic or issue.

• A claim in argumentative writing is a statement or assertion that presents evidence to support a position.

• A claim in argumentative writing is a statement or assertion that presents a counterargument to the main position.

• A claim in argumentative writing is a statement or assertion that presents a personal opinion without any evidence.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

What is a counterargument?

• An argument or viewpoint that opposes the main argument or viewpoint.

• A neutral viewpoint that does not take a stance.

• A personal opinion that agrees with the main argument.

• A supporting argument that strengthens the main argument.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is evidence in argumentative writing?

• Facts, examples, statistics, or expert opinions that support a claim or thesis statement.

• Anecdotes that support a claim or thesis statement.

• Emotional appeals that support a claim or thesis statement.

• Personal opinions that support a claim or thesis statement.

What is a rebuttal?

• A statement that supports or agrees with a previous statement or claim.

• A response or argument that contradicts or opposes a previous statement or claim.

• A response or argument that strengthens a previous statement or claim.

• A statement that is unrelated to a previous statement or claim.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.6.6

Which type of argument focuses on facts and evidence?

• subjective

• emotional

• logical

• intuitive

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the purpose of a counterargument in argumentative writing?

• To strengthen the writer's own argument.

• To confuse the reader with contradictory information.

• To ignore opposing viewpoints and arguments.

• To acknowledge and address opposing viewpoints or arguments.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What are some examples of evidence in argumentative writing?

• personal opinions, emotions, personal experiences

• fictional stories, rumors, gossip

• unverified claims, biased sources, unreliable data

• statistics, research findings, expert opinions, anecdotes, and case studies

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

How can a writer strengthen their rebuttal in argumentative writing?

• By providing strong evidence, logical reasoning, addressing counterarguments, using persuasive language and maintaining a respectful and confident tone.

• By ignoring counterarguments and focusing solely on their own viewpoint.

• By using aggressive and confrontational language.

• By using emotional appeals and personal anecdotes.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D