Unit 5 Review Questions

What is the main purpose of an argumentative text?

• To tell a story

• To explain a process

• To convince the reader of a claim

• To describe a setting

Which element of an argument states the writer’s position on a topic?

• Counterclaim

• Thesis statement

• Rebuttal

• Hook

What is a counterclaim?

• A) A claim that supports the argument

• B) Evidence that proves the claim

• C) A statement that opposes the main argument

• D) A rhetorical appeal to emotion

Why is a rebuttal important in an argumentative essay?

• It explains the author’s personal opinion

• It provides evidence for the counterclaim

• It shows why the counterclaim is incorrect or weak

• It introduces a new claim

Which rhetorical appeal relies on logic and facts?

• A) Ethos

• B) Pathos

• C) Logos

• D) Anecdotes

Which rhetorical appeal is used in the sentence: "If we don’t act now, countless elderly people will suffer from neglect and loneliness"?

• A) Ethos

• B) Pathos

• C) Logos

• D) Counterclaim

When an author cites an expert to support their argument, they are using which rhetorical appeal?

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Rebuttal

Which of the following statements is an example of pathos?

• "Studies show that 80% of elderly patients prefer human caregivers."

• "Without human caregivers, elderly individuals may feel abandoned and afraid."

• "Medical professionals recommend a mix of human and robotic caregiving."

• "A robot caregiver costs 40% less than hiring a full-time nurse."

What type of evidence is best used to support an argument?

• Personal opinions

• Facts, statistics, and expert opinions

• General statements with no sources

• Emotional anecdotes only

Which of the following would be a weak form of evidence?

• A quote from a medical doctor about caregiving

• A personal story from a person who prefers robots

• A study that found 90% of elderly individuals need social interaction

• A government report on elder care trends