Argumentative Writing Quiz

What is the purpose of the attention getter in the introduction paragraph?

• To provide a call to action

• To summarize the main arguments

• To hook the reader's interest

• To restate the thesis

What should be included in the thesis statement?

• Only the main claim

• A call to action

• The main claim and 3 supporting arguments

• A brief summary of the conclusion

What is the purpose of the topic sentence in the body paragraphs?

• To summarize the paragraph

• To present the main argument

• To introduce the evidence

• To restate the thesis

What should the conclusion paragraph include?

• A restatement of the thesis and a brief summary

• A summary of the body paragraphs only

• A call to action only

• A restatement of the thesis and a call to action

What is the purpose of the transition sentence in the body paragraphs?

• To restate the thesis

• To introduce a new topic

• To provide a call to action

• To summarize the evidence

What should the attention getter do in the introduction paragraph?

• Summarize the body paragraphs

• Provide a call to action

• Introduce the thesis

• Hook the reader's interest

What is the purpose of the call to action in the conclusion paragraph?

• To summarize the main arguments

• To restate the thesis

• To encourage the reader to take action

• To provide a final thought

What should the body paragraphs include?

• Only the evidence

• The main arguments and relevant evidence

• Only the thesis restatement

• Only the main arguments

What is the purpose of the topic sentence in the body paragraphs?

• To restate the thesis

• To present the main argument

• To summarize the paragraph

• To introduce the evidence

What should the conclusion paragraph include?

• A restatement of the thesis and a brief summary

• A summary of the body paragraphs only

• A call to action only

• A restatement of the thesis and a call to action