Argumentative Writing Quiz

What is a claim in argumentative writing?

• A piece of evidence supporting a claim

• A question posed to the reader

• A statement that asserts a point, position, or opinion on a specific topic or issue.

• A conclusion drawn from research

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Why is it important to support your claim with evidence in argumentative writing?

• To add credibility and persuasiveness to your argument.

• To confuse the reader

• To show lack of knowledge on the topic

• To make the argument weaker

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What are some examples of evidence that can be used to support a claim in argumentative writing?

• Statistics, expert opinions, research findings, specific examples

• Emotional appeals

• Rumors

• Personal beliefs

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What role does reason play in developing a strong argument in writing?

• Reason provides emotional support for the points made in the argument.

• Reason provides logical and rational support for the points made in the argument.

• Reason has no impact on developing a strong argument in writing.

• Reasoning in writing only confuses the reader.

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How does identifying the purpose of your argument help in writing an effective piece?

• It provides clarity and focus, guides the selection of evidence and supporting points, and helps to tailor the language and tone to the intended audience.

• It has no impact on the quality of the writing

• It confuses the writer and makes the argument less effective

• It limits the writer's creativity and originality

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Explain the difference between the purpose of an argumentative essay and the purpose of a narrative essay.

• The purpose of an argumentative essay is to describe a personal experience, while the purpose of a narrative essay is to convince the reader to take a specific action.

• The purpose of an argumentative essay is to provide a detailed analysis of a topic, while the purpose of a narrative essay is to inform the reader about a specific issue.

• The purpose of an argumentative essay is to persuade the reader to agree with the writer's point of view, while the purpose of a narrative essay is to tell a story or recount an event.

• The purpose of an argumentative essay is to entertain the reader with a fictional story, while the purpose of a narrative essay is to present evidence and facts to support a claim.

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What is a thesis statement and why is it important in argumentative writing?

• A thesis statement is a concise summary of the main point or claim of an essay, research paper, etc. It is important in argumentative writing because it helps to establish the focus, direction, and purpose of the argument.

• A thesis statement is only important in creative writing

• A thesis statement is not important in argumentative writing

• A thesis statement is a long, detailed summary of the main point or claim of an essay

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How does a strong thesis statement contribute to the overall effectiveness of an argumentative essay?

• It limits the writer's ability to explore different perspectives.

• It provides a clear focus for the essay and helps guide the reader through the argument.

• It confuses the reader with multiple conflicting points of view.

• It makes the essay too long and difficult to follow.

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Provide an example of a clear and concise thesis statement for an argumentative essay on the topic of climate change.

• The overwhelming scientific evidence supports the fact that human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, are the primary drivers of climate change, and urgent action is needed to mitigate its impact.

• Climate change is a hoax perpetuated by the government and media.

• The impact of climate change is exaggerated and not a pressing issue.

• Climate change is a natural occurrence and not influenced by human activities.

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Paper and plastic are some of the most commonly used products in business, school, and everyday life. Paper and plastic are important to help these things function, but we must also do the right thing and recycle it. Therefore, everyone should make it a goal to join the Go Green initiative. While going green can include a bit of work, it is worth it to help the environment. In addition, going green saves money for your school which allows more money to be put toward your own education.

What is the claim that this author is making?

• a. Everyone uses paper for business, school, and everyday life.

  
  

• b. Paper is used all the time.

  
  

• c. Everyone should join the Go Green initiative.

  
  

• d. People go through hundreds of pounds each year.

  
  

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