Quiz on Writing a Position Paper

What is the first step in writing a position paper?

• Challenge Your Own Topic

• Create an Outline

• Select a Topic for Your Paper

• Conduct Preliminary Research

Why is preliminary research important?

• To write the final paper

• To determine if sufficient evidence is available

• To select a topic

• To find personal opinions

What should you do if your position doesn't stand up to findings on reputable sites?

• Ask a friend for help

• Choose another topic

• Ignore the findings

• Stick to your original topic

What is a helpful exercise when challenging your own topic?

• Conducting a survey

• Drawing a line down a sheet of paper

• Writing a summary

• Reading other papers

What type of sources should you collect for your position paper?

• Social media posts

• Personal anecdotes only

• Various sources including expert opinions

• Only online articles

What should the introduction of your position paper include?

• A summary of opposing views

• A list of references

• Basic background information and your thesis

• Only your opinion

What is the purpose of acknowledging opposing points in your paper?

• To discredit your own views

• To strengthen your argument

• To make the paper longer

• To confuse the reader

What should you do in the conclusion of your position paper?

• Leave the reader with questions

• Discuss opposing views in detail

• Summarize your argument and restate your position

• Introduce new arguments

What is one role of the government mentioned in the text?

• To regulate social media

• To keep citizens safe

• To promote fast food

• To limit personal freedoms

What is emphasized as important when writing a position paper?

• Avoiding personal opinions

• Writing with confidence

• Focusing solely on statistics

• Using complex language