Argumentative Essay

Argumentative Essay

10th Grade

10 Qs

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Argumentative essay

Argumentative essay

10th Grade

10 Qs

Argumentative Essay

Argumentative Essay

Assessment

Quiz

English

10th Grade

Easy

CCSS
W.9-10.1A, W.9-10.1B, W.9-10.1E

+7

Standards-aligned

Created by

Meagan Callahan

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

The claim is the main point the writer is trying to prove.

The claim is the conclusion drawn from the evidence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

A counterclaim is a summary of the main claim.

A counterclaim in an argumentative essay is a viewpoint that opposes the main claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

CCSS.W.9-10.1C

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of evidence in an argumentative essay?

To support the writer's claims and arguments.

To confuse the reader

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of reasoning in an argumentative essay?

Reasoning supports the claims and evidence, and persuades the audience of the writer's position.

Reasoning in an argumentative essay is irrelevant and unnecessary

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the introduction in an argumentative essay?

To provide background information, establish the context, and present the thesis statement.

To entertain the reader with a personal anecdote

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

To summarize the main points and restate the thesis, providing closure to the reader.

To provide evidence supporting the opposing viewpoint

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.1E

CCSS.W.9-10.2F

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

A long and detailed explanation of the topic.

A concise summary of the main point or claim of the essay.

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

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