Argumentative Essay Quiz

What is an argumentative essay?

• A type of essay that tells a story

• A type of essay that presents arguments for and against a particular issue

• A type of essay that describes a place or person

• A type of essay that explains how to do something

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Which of the following is a component of an introduction in an argumentative essay?

• Evidence

• Hook sentence

• Conclusion

• Counterargument

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Why is a thesis statement important in an argumentative essay?

• It provides background information

• It states the main argument or claim

• It lists all the evidence

• It summarizes the essay

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Which of the following is an example of evidence in an essay?

• A personal opinion

• A statistic from a reliable source

• A rhetorical question

• A summary of the essay

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What is a hook sentence?

• A sentence that summarizes the essay

• A sentence that grabs the reader's attention

• A sentence that lists the main points

• A sentence that provides evidence

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Which of the following is a step in structuring an argumentative essay?

• Writing a bibliography

• Developing a thesis statement

• Creating a table of contents

• Writing a personal narrative

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Identify the hook sentence in the following introduction: "Have you ever wondered why some people succeed while others fail? The answer lies in their mindset. This essay will argue that a growth mindset is essential for success."

• "Have you ever wondered why some people succeed while others fail?"

• "The answer lies in their mindset."

• "This essay will argue that a growth mindset is essential for success."

• None of the above

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Which type of evidence is most effective in supporting an argument?

• Anecdotal evidence

• Statistical evidence

• Personal opinion

• Hypothetical scenarios

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What should you include in the introduction of an argumentative essay besides the hook sentence?

• Evidence and counterarguments

• Thesis statement and background information

• Conclusion and summary

• Personal anecdotes and opinions

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Which of the following is an example of a thesis statement?

• "This essay will discuss the benefits of exercise."

• "Exercise is important for maintaining good health."

• "Many people exercise regularly."

• "Exercise can be done in many different ways."

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