Comprehension: Argument (L14.2) Quiz

The text says, "First of all, the blue whale is the largest and loudest animal on Earth. In fact, a scientist explains, 'A blue whale can grow to 100 feet long and weigh over 200 tons.'" Some people may say that blue whales are not unique and they do not need protection, but the truth is that there are fewer than 25,000 blue whales left on the planet. The element of an argument that is missing is...

• claim

• reason

• evidence

• counterclaim

The text says, "More people should adopt older dogs. Most important, adult dogs aren’t as destructive as puppies with new teeth. In fact, a veterinarian explains, 'You don’t need to worry so much about finding your shoes or a table leg chewed beyond recognition.'" The element of an argument that is missing is...

• claim

• reason

• evidence

• counterclaim

The text says, "Everyone should spend more time in a natural setting. One reason is that spending time in nature has many health benefits. Some people believe that spending time in nature increases stress, but that is not true." The element of an argument that is missing is...

• claim

• reason

• evidence

• counterclaim

Transition words or phrases used include:

• However

• In addition

• Moreover

• Finally

The transition words to introduce reasons include:

• In fact

• To start

• In addtion

• According to

The transition words that introduce evidence include:

• In addition

• In fact

• To start

• According to

"heart rate increases and heart muscle pumps blood better" is an example of:

• a reason

• evidence

• a counterclaim

"exercise helps human bodies work" is an example of:

• a reason

• evidence

• a counterclaim

"football, basketball, swimming, bike riding, or running" is an example of:

• a reason

• evidence

• a counterclaim

"improve mental health" is an example of:

• a reason

• evidence

• a counterclaim