Understanding Exposition Texts

What is the main argument presented in the text?

• The text presents a historical account of events.

• The author discusses various unrelated topics.

• The main argument is about the author's personal experiences.

• The main argument presented in the text is the central theme or point the author is conveying.

Identify the thesis statement in the exposition text.

• The thesis statement is a list of references used in the text.

• The thesis statement is an introduction to the author's biography.

• The thesis statement is a summary of the conclusion.

• The thesis statement is the main idea or argument presented in the exposition text.

Evaluate the evidence provided to support the main argument.

• The evidence must be based solely on personal opinions.

• The evidence can be irrelevant as long as it is abundant.

• The evidence should be anecdotal and subjective.

• The evidence must be relevant, credible, and sufficient to support the main argument.

What is the structure of the exposition text?

• Introduction, evidence, recommendations.

• Introduction, discussion, analysis.

• Introduction, examples, summary.

• Introduction, arguments, conclusion.

Formulate your opinion on the effectiveness of the argument.

• The argument is irrelevant.

• The argument lacks evidence.

• The argument is confusing.

• The argument is effective.

How does the author address counterarguments?

• The author uses emotional appeals instead of evidence to address counterarguments.

• The author only presents counterarguments without any response.

• The author ignores counterarguments completely.

• The author addresses counterarguments by acknowledging them and providing evidence to refute them.

What techniques does the author use to persuade the audience?

• Statistics, personal opinions, and emotional detachment.

• Personal anecdotes, humor, and vague statements.

• Emotional appeals, logical reasoning, and credible evidence.

• Rhetorical questions, irrelevant facts, and anecdotal evidence.

Identify any logical fallacies present in the text.

• Begging the question

• Red herring

• False dichotomy

• Potential logical fallacies include ad hominem, straw man, and slippery slope.

How does the introduction set the stage for the argument?

• The introduction presents a counterargument to the main thesis.

• The introduction sets the stage by providing context and significance for the argument.

• The introduction lists all the sources used in the argument.

• The introduction summarizes the main points of the argument.

What role does the conclusion play in reinforcing the thesis?

• The conclusion reinforces the thesis by summarizing key points and emphasizing its significance.

• The conclusion introduces new arguments to support the thesis.

• The conclusion distracts from the thesis by presenting unrelated ideas.

• The conclusion serves as a detailed analysis of the thesis statement.