Op-ed Features Quiz

What is the purpose of an op-ed?

• To present factual information without bias.

• To provide objective analysis of a topic or issue.

• To express the opinion of the author on a specific topic or issue.

• To summarize the main points of a news article.

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What is the typical structure of an op-ed?

• Introduction, thesis statement, supporting arguments, counterarguments, conclusion

• Introduction, body, conclusion

• Thesis statement, supporting evidence, conclusion

• Introduction, supporting arguments, conclusion

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What is the purpose of the introduction in an op-ed?

• To summarize the conclusion of the op-ed.

• To grab the reader's attention and provide a brief overview of the topic or issue.

• To provide a detailed analysis of the topic.

• To present a counterargument to the main point.

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What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an op-ed?

• To provide supporting evidence, arguments, and analysis.

• To provide a conclusion for the op-ed.

• To introduce the topic of the op-ed.

• To summarize the main points of the op-ed.

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What is the purpose of the conclusion in an op-ed?

• To summarize main points and leave a lasting impression on the reader.

• To introduce new ideas and arguments.

• To provide background information on the topic.

• To present counterarguments and opposing viewpoints.

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What is the recommended length for an op-ed?

• 1000-1200 words

• 600-800 words

• 200-400 words

• 300-500 words

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What is the tone of an op-ed?

• Persuasive or argumentative

• Informative

• Humorous

• Neutral

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What is the purpose of using examples in an op-ed?

• To provide counterarguments and weaken the author's viewpoint.

• To confuse the readers and make the argument less clear.

• To provide evidence and support for the author's argument or viewpoint.

• To distract the readers from the main point of the op-ed.

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What is the purpose of using quotes in an op-ed?

• To add visual interest to the text.

• To indicate sarcasm or irony.

• To highlight key points or phrases.

• To provide evidence or support for the author's arguments or claims.

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What is the purpose of a call-to-action in an op-ed?

• To entertain readers with a compelling story.

• To summarize the main points of the op-ed.

• To provide background information on the topic.

• To motivate readers to take a specific action or change their behavior.

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