Argumentative Writing Quiz
Authored by Laura Rivera Maldonado
English
6th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary goal of argumentative writing?
To entertain the reader.
To inform the reader about a topic.
To persuade the reader to accept a specific viewpoint.
To tell a fictional story.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an essential component of an argumentative essay?
A detailed narrative.
Strong evidence supporting a claim.
A summary of various opinions without taking a stance.
Emotional appeals without factual backing.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a "claim" in argumentative writing?
A general topic.
A personal anecdote.
A debatable statement or opinion.
A factual statement that cannot be disputed.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is "counterclaim" in the context of argumentative writing?
The writer's main argument.
An opposing viewpoint to the writer's claim.
A piece of supporting evidence.
A concluding statement.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is considered strong evidence in an argumentative essay?
Personal opinions and feelings.
Anecdotal stories.
Facts, statistics, and expert opinions.
Vague generalities.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a "rebuttal" in an argumentative essay?
To restate the claim.
To acknowledge the counterclaim and explain why it is wrong or weak.
To provide a summary of the evidence.
To introduce a new topic.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is "ethos" in argumentative writing?
An emotional appeal.
An appeal to logic.
An appeal to the writer's credibility and character.
A counterargument.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
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