Persuasive Writing Skills Quiz

Persuasive Writing Skills Quiz

8th Grade

10 Qs

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Persuasive Writing Skills Quiz

Persuasive Writing Skills Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

English

8th Grade

Medium

Created by

Casey McMinn

Used 4+ times

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best defines a "claim" in persuasive writing?

A statement that opposes the main argument

A statement that presents the main argument or point of view

A piece of evidence supporting the argument

A conclusion drawn from the argument

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of a "counter argument" in a persuasive essay?

To provide additional evidence for the main claim

To present an opposing viewpoint to the main claim

To summarize the main points of the essay

To introduce new topics unrelated to the main claim

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a "rebuttal" in a persuasive essay?

Introducing a new claim

Presenting evidence that contradicts the counter argument

Summarizing the main argument

Ignoring the counter argument

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In persuasive writing, what role does "evidence" play?

It provides background information on the topic

It supports the claim with facts, examples, or data

It introduces new arguments

It concludes the essay

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can a writer "justify" their claim in a persuasive essay?

By ignoring opposing viewpoints

By providing logical reasoning and evidence

By restating the claim multiple times

By using emotional appeals only

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following statements is a strong claim for a persuasive essay?

"Some people think exercise is good."

"Exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle."

"Exercise can be fun sometimes."

"Many people exercise daily."

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the best way to address a counter argument in a persuasive essay?

Ignore it completely

Acknowledge it and provide a rebuttal

Agree with it entirely

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