Opinion Writing Essentials

Opinion Writing Essentials

8th Grade

10 Qs

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Opinion Writing Essentials

Opinion Writing Essentials

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

8th Grade

Easy

Created by

Sarah Victoria Kiernan Webb Webb

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of opinion writing?

To inform the reader about a topic

To persuade the reader to agree with the author's viewpoint

To entertain the reader with a story

To provide a detailed analysis of a subject

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes an author's viewpoint?

The main idea of the essay

The author's personal opinion or stance on a topic

The evidence used to support an argument

The conclusion of the essay

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of evidence in opinion writing?

To introduce new topics

To support the author's arguments and make them more convincing

To summarize the main points

To entertain the reader

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a counterargument in opinion writing?

Presenting a reason why the author's viewpoint is correct

Acknowledging and addressing an opposing viewpoint

Summarizing the main points of the essay

Providing additional evidence to support the author's argument

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most effective way to organize an opinion essay?

Introduction, body paragraphs with supporting arguments, counterarguments, and conclusion

Introduction, body paragraphs with random points, and conclusion

Introduction, body paragraphs with only counterarguments, and conclusion

Introduction, body paragraphs with unrelated topics, and conclusion

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a persuasive language technique?

Using technical jargon

Using emotional appeals and strong adjectives

Using passive voice

Using complex sentence structures

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to cite sources in opinion writing?

To make the essay longer

To give credit to the original authors and enhance the credibility of the arguments

To confuse the reader

To fill up space in the essay

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