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Argumentative Writing Quiz

Authored by Anel Talley

English

8th Grade

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Argumentative Writing Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 10 pts

Identify the clear claim in the following statement: 'School uniforms should be mandatory for all students.'

School uniforms should be mandatory for all students.

School uniforms are optional for some students

School uniforms are not necessary for students

School uniforms should be banned for all students

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 10 pts

What is the clear claim in the argument: 'Social media has a negative impact on mental health'?

Social media has a positive impact on mental health

Social media has no impact on mental health

Social media has a positive impact on physical health

Social media has a negative impact on mental health

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 10 pts

Provide two pieces of evidence to support the claim that 'Climate change is caused by human activities.'

The increase in greenhouse gas emissions and the correlation between the rise in global temperatures and the industrial revolution.

The melting of polar ice caps is a natural occurrence

The increase in global temperatures is due to changes in the Earth's orbit

The rise in greenhouse gas emissions is a result of volcanic activity

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4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 10 pts

What evidence can be used to support the claim that 'Regular exercise is essential for maintaining good health'?

Anecdotal stories from friends and family

Scientific studies and research on the benefits of regular exercise

Watching TV and eating junk food

Opinions of people who don't exercise

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5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 10 pts

What is a potential counterargument to the claim that 'Technology has improved our lives'?

Increased screen time and sedentary lifestyles can have negative impacts on physical and mental health.

Technology has led to increased social isolation and loneliness

Technology has caused a decline in critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Technology has made us lazy and dependent

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 10 pts

Identify a counterargument to the claim that 'Homework is beneficial for students' learning.'

Homework is a necessary part of the education system

Excessive homework can lead to stress and burnout

Homework helps students develop time management skills

Homework allows students to practice and reinforce what they learned in class

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 10 pts

Explain how to organize arguments logically in an argumentative essay.

Begin with the main points, followed by a vague conclusion, and end with an unclear introduction

Start with a weak introduction, followed by body paragraphs that each focus on multiple points with no supporting evidence, and end with a vague conclusion

Start with the conclusion, followed by body paragraphs that each focus on a single point with supporting evidence, and end with a weak introduction

Start with a clear introduction, followed by body paragraphs that each focus on a single point with supporting evidence, and end with a strong conclusion that summarizes the main points.

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