What is Argument? Post Lesson Assessment

Which of the following is an/are example(s) of an argument mentioned in the lesson?

• A friend asking you to join a club

• A teacher explaining a lesson

• Advertisements arguing the value of a product

• A parent telling you to clean your room

According to the text, where can persuasive messages be found?

• Only in advertisements

• Only in political speeches

• Only in personal conversations

• Everywhere, even in the news

Why is a rant usually not effective in getting people to listen?

• It is rational and well thought out.

• It addresses both sides of the issue fairly.

• It is loud and filled with emotion.

• It is like a debate you take the time to write.

What does argumentative writing use to prove whether or not a thesis is true?

• Opinions and beliefs

• Evidence and facts

• Stories and anecdotes

• Assumptions and guesses

What does argumentative writing present?

• One side of a single issue

• Multiple unrelated issues

• Two sides of a single issue

• Only the positive side of an issue

What does argumentative writing cover?

• The least important arguments for and against

• The most important arguments for and against

• Only the arguments for

• Only the arguments against

What is the basis for making claims in argumentative writing?

• Personal opinions

• Factual evidence

• Emotional appeal

• Anecdotal stories

What is the purpose of making counterclaims in argumentative writing?

• To introduce new ideas

• To neutralize or defeat opposing ideas

• To confuse the audience

• To support the main claim

How does argumentative writing convince the audience?

• Through emotional stories

• Through the merit and rationality of the claim and evidence offered

• Through personal anecdotes

• Through humor and satire

What is necessary to make a strong argument according to the provided learning material?

• Ignoring the opposing side

• Addressing both sides of an issue

• Only presenting your own viewpoint

• Using emotional appeals