Argumentative Essay Writing Quiz

What is the main difference between discursive and argumentative essays?

• Discursive essays analyse and discuss real-world issues critically, while argumentative essays provide information or inform the reader about the topic.

• Discursive essays seek to convince the reader of the validity of one's view, while argumentative essays do not take a stand.

• Discursive essays take a clear stand, while argumentative essays do not.

• Discursive essays explain and describe a particular issue, while argumentative essays present a strong position on the topic.

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CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.3

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

• To provide supporting evidence and examples.

• To encapsulate the writer's stand and position on the essay topic.

• To summarise the main ideas of the essay.

• To acknowledge alternative views and provide a rebuttal.

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CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1B

Why is it important to include counter-arguments in an argumentative essay?

• To make the essay more objective and credible.

• To confuse the reader with conflicting viewpoints.

• To focus solely on explaining the writer's view.

• To avoid providing evidence for the main points.

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CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1C

CCSS.RI.8.6

Which language feature is important to maintain in argumentative essays?

• Use of past tense

• Use of emotionally charged words/phrases

• Use of present tense

• Use of informal tone

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CCSS.W.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.5C

What is the purpose of signposting/cohesive devices in an argumentative essay?

• To confuse the reader with unrelated information

• To provide examples without connecting them to the main points

• To direct the reader through the essay and make it easy to follow

• To avoid using contrasting points

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CCSS.W.8.1C

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.2C

What is the structure of an argumentative essay?

• Introduction, Body (PEEL paragraphs), Conclusion

• Body (PEEL paragraphs), Introduction, Conclusion

• Conclusion, Introduction, Body (PEEL paragraphs)

• Body (PEEL paragraphs), Conclusion, Introduction

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CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1E

CCSS.W.8.2A

What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an argumentative essay?

• To restate the thesis statement

• To develop and substantiate the main point in a logical manner

• To acknowledge alternative views

• To provide a counter-argument

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CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.1C

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is the final step in the process of writing an argumentative essay?

• Generate meaning of keywords in the question

• Proof-read and check for errors

• Organise 3 or 4 best points

• Read the question and identify the essay type

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CCSS.W.8.5

What is the purpose of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

• To provide evidence for the main points

• To present counter-arguments

• To restate the thesis, summarise main ideas, and provide an impact statement

• To introduce new ideas

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CCSS.W.8.1E

CCSS.W.8.2F

Why is it important to focus on language features when writing argumentative essays?

• To provide emotionally charged language

• To avoid using present tense

• To display maturity and objectivity in writing

• To confuse the reader with unclear language

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CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.1C

CCSS.W.8.1D

CCSS.W.8.2D