Quiz on Argument and Opinion

Which word best describes an argument?

• agreement

• disagreement

• indifference

• physical altercation

What is another word for your stance on a topic (opinion)?

• topic sentence

• explanation

• evidence

• claim

Why is arguing important?

• it proves who's right

• it builds your ego

• it leads to change

• it shows authority

Which claim shows someone who is "PRO" video games?

• Students should play video games.

• Student should not play video games.

Which claim shows someone who is "PRO" homework?

• Homework should be banned.

• Homework should not be banned.

Which claim shows someone who is "CON" social media?

• Teens should use social media.

• Teens should not use social media.

What makes a strong argument?

• personal experience

• evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

Your stance on the topic is called...

• claim

• counterclaim

The other side's stance on the topic is called...

• claim

• counterclaim

Saying "I think" "I feel" and "I believe" make a strong argument.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1