Pre-Comp Review Question - Linguistics

What is the main purpose of argumentative writing?

• To entertain the reader

• To take a stance on a topic and support it with facts

• To describe a historical event

• To summarize a story

Which of the following is a key part of an argumentative essay?

• Introduction

• Plot twist

• Character development

• Setting description

What should each body paragraph in an argumentative essay include?

• A list of unrelated facts

• A premise, evidence, and justification

• A summary of the entire essay

• A personal story

What is the purpose of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

• To introduce new arguments

• To summarize the main points

• To confuse the reader

• To present a counterclaim

Which persuasive appeal involves using emotions?

• Logos

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Chronos

Which of the following is NOT a persuasive appeal by Aristotle?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

• Chronos

Why do public speaking skills matter?

• They help in writing essays

• They build self-confidence, independence, and communication skills

• They are only useful for debates

• They are not important

What is an important element of effective speaking?

• Speaking very quietly

• Speaking at a slightly louder than normal volume

• Speaking as fast as possible

• Speaking without any pauses

What is the purpose of emphasizing key points in a speech?

• To make the speech longer

• To make the message more impactful

• To confuse the audience

• To speak faster

What is the style of writing where the writer takes a position on a topic and supports it with evidence and reasoning?

• Narrative Writing

• Descriptive Writing

• Argumentative Writing

• Expository Writing