Argumentative Writing Skills Quiz

What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

• To persuade the reader

• To entertain the reader

• To tell an interesting story

• To give information about a topic

What is the primary purpose of a claim in an argumentative essay?

• To provide a summary of the essay

• To state the writer's opinion or position on a topic

• To list all the sources used in the essay

• To introduce the topic without taking a stance

Which of the following is an example of a strong claim in an argumentative essay?

• Many people think school uniforms are good.

• School uniforms should be mandatory as they can help reduce bullying and foster a sense of unity.

• I like school uniforms.

• School uniforms are a topic worth discussing.

What is a counterargument?

• An argument that supports the claim

• A summary of the essay

• An argument that opposes the claim

• The conclusion of the essay

Why is it important to include a counterargument in an argumentative essay?

• It shows that the writer has not considered other viewpoints.

• It weakens the writer's position on the topic.

• It demonstrates the writer's understanding of the topic and strengthens the argument by addressing opposing viewpoints.

• It is a requirement for all essays.

Which of the following best represents a piece of evidence in an argumentative essay?

• A personal opinion

• A rhetorical question

• A fact supported by a credible source

• A general statement

How should evidence be integrated into an argumentative essay?

• By stating the evidence without explaining its relevance

• By using evidence that only supports the writer's opinion, ignoring any contrary evidence

• By clearly linking the evidence to the claim and explaining its significance

• By using as much evidence as possible, regardless of its relevance

What makes a source credible?

• The popularity of the source

• The source's publication date being over ten years ago

• The source being from a peer-reviewed journal or reputable organization

• The source agreeing with the writer's opinion

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

When evaluating evidence, what is an important question to ask?

• Does this evidence support my opinion?

• Is this evidence current, relevant, and from a credible source?

• How many people agree with this evidence?

• Is this evidence easy to understand?

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

What is the best way to refute a counterargument?

• Ignore the counterargument and focus on the claim.

• Acknowledge the counterargument and provide evidence to weaken or disprove it.

• State that the counterargument is wrong without providing any explanation.

• Agree with the counterargument and change the claim.