Argumentation and Evidence Quiz

What is the main purpose of an argument in writing?

• To entertain the reader

• To convince the audience of a claim

• To describe a process

• To summarize information

What is a claim in an argument?

• A question asked in the introduction

• A statement that can be debated or proven

• An example used to support an idea

• A conclusion drawn from evidence

Which of the following is NOT a type of evidence?

• Statistical data

• Expert testimony

• Personal opinions

• Anecdotes

What is a counterclaim?

• A restatement of the claim

• Evidence that supports the argument

• An opposing argument

• A summary of the conclusion

What does it mean to refute a counterclaim?

• Agree with the counterclaim

• Ignore the counterclaim

• Prove the counterclaim wrong or less valid

• Summarize the counterclaim

What is the role of a thesis statement in an argument?

• To list all the evidence

• To state the main argument clearly

• To provide background information

• To introduce the conclusion

Which type of evidence is most likely to be reliable?

• A tweet from a celebrity

• An opinion piece with no sources

• A study published in a peer-reviewed journal

• A rumor shared in a blog

Why is expert testimony considered strong evidence?

• Experts are always right

• It adds credibility from a qualified source

• Experts are unbiased

• It is based on personal experience

What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

• A claim is a question, and evidence is the answer

• A claim is an opinion, and evidence is irrelevant

• A claim is the main argument, and evidence supports it

What makes evidence relevant to an argument?

• It is recent

• It directly supports the claim

• It has a lot of details

• It is entertaining to read