Persuasive Essays Quiz

The primary goal of a persuasive essay is to...

• Entertain the reader.

• Inform the reader without taking a side.

• Convince the reader to accept a specific viewpoint.

• Narrate a personal story.

Which part of a persuasive essay introduces the main argument?

• Body paragraphs.

• Introduction.

• Conclusion.

• Evidence.

Which of the following is essential for supporting an argument in a persuasive essay?

• Personal anecdotes only.

• Facts, examples, and credible evidence.

• Repetition of ideas.

• Opinions with no evidence.

What role does the thesis statement play in a persuasive essay?

• It briefly concludes the essay.

• It presents the main argument or claim.

• It lists all the evidence.

• It offers background information.

Which of these is a strong thesis for a persuasive essay?

• "Dogs are popular pets."

• "Some people own pets."

• "Dog ownership improves physical and mental health."

• "Owning a dog is fun."

A persuasive essay should always...

• Use casual language and tone.

• Appeal to emotions only.

• Balance logical reasoning with credible evidence.

• Rely solely on the writer's opinion.

Which technique involves addressing opposing viewpoints to strengthen an argument?

• Refutation.

• Anecdote.

• Narrative.

• Summary.

The body paragraphs in a persuasive essay should...

• Each introduce a new topic unrelated to the main argument.

• Provide arguments and evidence supporting the thesis.

• Only present the author's opinion.

• Repeat the thesis statement.

Which appeal relies on logic and reason?

• Pathos.

• Ethos.

• Logos.

• Kairos.

A persuasive essay's conclusion should...

• Introduce new arguments.

• Restate the thesis and summarize key points.

• Repeat the introduction verbatim.

• Add more evidence.