Persuasive Essay Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a persuasive essay?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To convince

• To describe

Which of the following best defines a counterargument?

• Supporting evidence for your claim

• An opposing viewpoint to your argument

• A personal opinion without evidence

• An unrelated opinion

What is the thesis statement in a persuasive essay?

• A brief introduction to the essay

• A claim that outlines your argument

• A quote from a source

• A concluding statement

Which of these is NOT a persuasive technique?

• Emotional appeal

• Logical reasoning

• Loaded language

• Descriptive imagery

What should be included in the conclusion of a persuasive essay?

• New evidence

• Restated thesis and a call to action

• The opposing side's viewpoint

• A question for the reader

Which of the following appeals to logic (logos)?

• A story about personal experience

• A list of statistical evidence

• Using highly emotional language

• A quote from a celebrity

What is the purpose of using transitions in a persuasive essay?

• To confuse the reader

• To introduce new arguments

• To make the essay flow smoothly

• To repeat the same point

What does it mean to “refute” a counterargument?

• To accept it as true

• To ignore it

• To disprove or challenge it

• To include it in your conclusion

Which of the following is an example of an ethical appeal (ethos)?

• Referring to credible sources

• Using emotional stories

• Providing statistical data

• Asking rhetorical questions

What is the best way to introduce a persuasive essay?

• State your thesis immediately

• Provide a fact or quote that grabs attention

• Include a long, detailed story

• List all your main points