Argumentative Texts and Writing

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6th Grade

36 Qs

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Argumentative Texts and Writing

Argumentative Texts and Writing

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English

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Medium

CCSS
RL.5.3, RL.5.6, RL.8.3

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of an argument in argumentative texts?

To provide a credible source for the information

To introduce the topic of the writing

To make a claim and support that claim with reasons and evidence

To organize information and ideas clearly

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a credible source?

It provides facts that support the writer’s claim.

It is well-known and trusted by experts in the field.

It contains opinions that agree with the writer's claim.

It must be supported with evidence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should writers use to clarify the relationships between claims and reasons in writing?

Credible sources

Introduction

Organization

Words, phrases, and clauses

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of an introduction in a piece of writing?

To provide evidence for claims

To match the text to the audience's needs

Preview what readers will read about and state the main idea or thesis

To support the claim with a credible source

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a concluding statement in a piece of writing?

To introduce the main topic of the essay

To sum up the main purpose and provide an overall takeaway for the reader

To list the sources used in the writing

To present a counterargument to the thesis

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of formal style writing?

Being less personal

Using language that matches the audience and purpose

Avoiding informal language

Including slang and idiomatic expressions

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of transition words or phrases in a text?

To provide definitions for technical terms

To link one idea to the next

To serve as a conclusion for each paragraph

To introduce new characters in a narrative

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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