Argument Analysis Challenge

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English
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8th Grade
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Rebecca Saxton
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the claim in the following excerpt: "School uniforms should be mandatory because they create a sense of equality among students."
School uniforms should be mandatory.
They create a sense of equality among students.
Students feel more comfortable.
Uniforms are expensive.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the reason given in the following statement? "Recycling should be a legal requirement because it reduces waste and conserves natural resources."
Recycling should be a legal requirement.
It reduces waste and conserves natural resources.
Recycling is difficult to enforce.
Many people already recycle.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Analyze the evidence in this argument: "Studies show that students who participate in music programs score higher on math tests."
Music programs are fun.
Studies show that students score higher on math tests.
Math tests are difficult.
Students enjoy music.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the counterclaim in the following paragraph: "While some argue that video games improve cognitive skills, others believe they lead to increased aggression."
Video games improve cognitive skills.
Video games lead to increased aggression.
Video games are popular.
Video games are expensive.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Evaluate the effectiveness of the rebuttal: "Although some say that electric cars are too expensive, the long-term savings on fuel make them a cost-effective choice."
Electric cars are too expensive.
Long-term savings on fuel make them cost-effective.
Electric cars are environmentally friendly.
Electric cars are popular.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Summarize the argument structure: "Homework is beneficial because it reinforces learning, but some argue it causes unnecessary stress."
Homework is beneficial.
It reinforces learning.
Some argue it causes unnecessary stress.
Homework is beneficial because it reinforces learning, but some argue it causes unnecessary stress.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the claim in the following excerpt: "Exercise is essential for maintaining good health."
Exercise is essential.
Maintaining good health is important.
Exercise is fun.
Exercise is time-consuming.
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