Argumentative Terms Mastery Quiz

Which of the following best describes using evidence to support claims in an argumentative essay?

• Making a claim without providing any supporting information.

• Providing personal opinions as the sole basis for an argument.

• Citing relevant facts, statistics, and quotes to back up a claim.

• Repeating the claim several times to make it more convincing.

What does it mean if an argument is said to have a bias?

• The argument provides a balanced view of the topic.

• The argument leans towards one side due to personal preference or prejudice.

• The argument uses logical reasoning to support its claims.

• The argument addresses the topic without any emotional influence.

Which rhetorical device appeals to ethics and credibility?

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Strawman

Identify the rhetorical device that appeals to the audience's emotions.

• Ethos

• Logos

• Pathos

• Slippery Slope

Which of the following is an example of logos?

• An emotional appeal to the audience's fears.

• A citation from an expert in the field.

• A logical argument supported by facts and statistics.

• An ethical appeal to what is right and just.

What is a strawman argument?

• An argument that accurately represents the opponent's position.

• An argument that misrepresents the opponent's position to make it easier to attack.

• A strong argument that cannot be easily refuted.

• An argument that uses a lot of evidence to support its claims.

What does the slippery slope argument entail?

• A logical progression of events leading to a reasonable conclusion.

• An argument that suggests taking a minor action will lead to major and oftentimes negative consequences.

• A clear and straightforward argument that is easy to follow.

• An argument that stands on solid ground and cannot be easily disputed.

What is a non sequitur in the context of argumentation?

• A statement that logically follows from the previous statement.

• A logical fallacy where the conclusion does not logically follow from the premises.

• A type of evidence that strongly supports the argument.

• A rhetorical device that appeals to the audience's logic.

Which rhetorical device is most effective when trying to establish credibility with the audience?

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• Strawman

An argument that plays on the audience's emotions to persuade them is primarily using which rhetorical device?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

• Slippery Slope