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Argument Essay Quiz

Authored by isabel Bickman

English

8th Grade

10 Questions

CCSS covered

Argument Essay Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

To repeat the thesis statement multiple times

To provide a summary of the main points of the essay

To provide background information, context, and a clear thesis statement

To confuse the reader with irrelevant information

Tags

CCSS.W.8.2A

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of a thesis statement in an argument essay?

It provides evidence to support the main argument

It summarizes the conclusion of the essay

It introduces a completely unrelated topic

It presents the main argument or point of view of the essay.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does supporting evidence do in an argument essay?

It weakens the main points and undermines the overall argument

It confuses the reader with irrelevant information

It adds unnecessary length to the essay without adding value

It provides facts, examples, and statistics to back up the main points and strengthen the overall argument.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.2B

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of a counterargument in an argument essay?

It has no role in an argument essay

It weakens the overall argument by ignoring opposing viewpoints

It confuses the reader by presenting irrelevant information

It presents the opposing viewpoint and strengthens the overall argument by addressing potential objections.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.W.8.1C

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of the conclusion in an argument essay?

To leave the reader with a cliffhanger

To provide a personal opinion on the topic

To summarize the main points and restate the thesis statement

To introduce new evidence and arguments

Tags

CCSS.W.8.1E

CCSS.W.8.2F

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of an argument essay introduces the topic and provides background information?

Conclusion

Body

Counterargument

Introduction

Tags

CCSS.W.8.2A

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should a thesis statement do in an argument essay?

Introduce unrelated topics

Summarize the conclusion of the essay

Provide evidence to support the argument

Present the main argument or point of view of the essay

Tags

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1B

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