Understanding Argumentative Writing

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English
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7th Grade
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Lexi Murry
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does "logos" refer to in argumentative writing?
An appeal to emotion
An appeal to ethics
An appeal to logic and reason
An appeal to authority
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which element of persuasive writing is primarily concerned with the credibility of the speaker or writer?
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
Appeal
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.8
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a counterargument in argumentative writing?
A supporting argument for the main thesis
An argument opposing the main thesis
The conclusion of an argument
A summary of the argument
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does "pathos" appeal to in persuasive writing?
Logic
Ethics
Emotion
Authority
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of an editorial?
To report news without bias
To present a counterargument
To persuade readers about a particular viewpoint
To provide entertainment to readers
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.10
CCSS.RI.6.10
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RI.9-10.10
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best defines "thesis" in the context of argumentative writing?
A question that the writer aims to answer
A brief summary of the argument
The main argument or position of the writer
A detailed outline of the argument
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What makes a story "newsworthy"?
Its ability to entertain a wide audience
Its relevance and importance to the public
The number of sources cited
Its length and complexity
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.10
CCSS.RI.6.10
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RI.9-10.10
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