Kolob English 12 Personal Growth Quiz: Unit 2

Which statement best describes the primary purpose of an argumentative essay?

• To entertain readers with creative storytelling

• To persuade readers using logical reasoning and evidence

• To describe a personal experience in detail

• To explain a complex process step by step

What is the most effective way to integrate counterclaims in an argumentative essay?

• Ignore opposing viewpoints entirely

• Dismiss contrary evidence without discussion

• Acknowledge and refute opposing arguments

• Present only evidence supporting your position

Which sentence contains a properly used semicolon?

• The meeting was canceled; however, we still met informally

• The meeting was canceled, however we still met informally

• The meeting was canceled; we, still met informally

• The meeting was canceled however; we still met informally

Identify the independent clause in this sentence: "While the storm raged outside, we stayed warm by the fire."

• While the storm raged outside

• We stayed warm

• By the fire

• We stayed warm by the fire

What is the function of a thesis statement in an essay?

• To summarize the entire essay's content

• To present background information

• To state the main argument and preview supporting points

• To introduce the topic broadly

Which word group consists entirely of coordinating conjunctions?

• Because, since, although

• And, but, or

• However, moreover, therefore

• Unless, while, before

In argumentative writing, what is the primary purpose of citing sources?

• To make the essay longer

• To demonstrate research skills

• To support claims with credible evidence

• To impress the reader

Which transition word best indicates a contrasting relationship?

• Furthermore

• Similarly

• Nevertheless

• Therefore

What is the correct way to punctuate dialogue?

• "I'll be there soon" she said

• "I'll be there soon," She said

• "I'll be there soon," she said

• "I'll be there soon." she said

Which sentence demonstrates parallel structure?

• She likes swimming, to run, and bike riding

• She likes swimming, running, and biking

• She likes to swim, running, and rides bikes

• She likes swimming, runs, and to bike