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Mastering the Art of Argumentation

Authored by Chelsea Van Klaveren

English

7th Grade

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Mastering the Art of Argumentation
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for a statement or assertion that you want to prove or defend in an argument?

Refutation

Claim

Hook

Evidence

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes a 'hook' in the context of writing an argumentative essay?

The evidence used to support a claim

A question or statement designed to grab the reader's attention

The main argument against your claim

A detailed explanation of why the claim is valid

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a "counterargument"?

An argument in support that strengthens its assertion

The final statement in an argument

An argument that opposes its assertion and presents a different perspective

A summary of the main arguments

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a 'rebuttal' in an argument?

Introduce the topic of the argument

Provide examples that support the claim

Refute or argue against a counterargument

Reaffirm the claim at the end of the essay

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of 'evidence' in an argumentative essay?

A rhetorical question to engage the reader

A personal anecdote that illustrates a point

A fact or statistic that supports the claim

A summary of what the essay will cover

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the structure of an argument, where should the "hook" ideally be placed?

In the conclusion

In the body paragraphs

At the beginning of the essay

After presenting the counterargument

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When building a counterargument, what is a crucial element to include?

A reaffirmation of the original statement

A strong emotional appeal

Evidence that contradicts or challenges the original statement

A new statement unrelated to the original argument

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