Argumentative writing - Language features

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11th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which section of an argumentative piece provides background information about the issue being discussed?
Issue/Background
Position/Proposed action
Points
Elaboration
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which language feature is used to interact with the audience by appealing to a shared belief or urging them to think about an issue?
Repetition of sentence patterns
Rhetorical questions
Modals
Imperatives
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using imperatives in an argumentative text?
To address opposing viewpoints
To encourage the audience to take action
To provide background information
To soften the tone of the argument
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which phrase is often used to create a conversational tone in an argumentative text?
Therefore, it can be concluded
It is evident that
According to experts
Some may think likewise
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which language feature is employed to make claims or conclusions less absolute by softening the language?
Repetition of sentence patterns
Modals
Connectors
Rhetorical questions
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In an argumentative text, what section typically reinforces the speaker's or writer's position and key points?
Restatement of position and/or key points
Elaboration
Points
Issue/Background
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using connectors in an argumentative text?
To address opposing viewpoints
To interact with the audience
To moderate the point of view
To encourage the audience to take action
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