Understanding Arguments Quiz

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English
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8th Grade
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Lisa Codding
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an argument?
A) A friendly conversation where everyone agrees.
B) A discussion involving different points of view; it is a debate.
C) A written essay on a particular subject.
D) A scientific method for proving theories.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What must there be for an argument to exist?
A) A single perspective on an issue.
B) Two similar sides agreeing on a topic.
C) Two opposite sides; a disagreement and an agreement.
D) A resolution to a problem.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following statements could cause an argument?
A) "America is a country in North America."
B) "America is known for its diverse culture."
C) "America is a wasteful country."
D) "America has 50 states."
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is required to establish in an argumentative essay?
A) A narrative of personal experiences
B) A position on the topic
C) A summary of the topic
D) A description of a process
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the two main parts of an introductory paragraph?
Background Information and Thesis/Assertion
Thesis/Assertion and Conclusion
Background Information and Summary
Supporting Arguments and Examples
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the introduction, what is the position on Americans' wastefulness?
Americans are efficient in managing waste.
Americans must be less wasteful to save the planet.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What determines the number of paragraphs an argumentative essay should be made of?
The number of supporting reasons
The length of the introduction
The preference of the writer
The complexity of the thesis
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