English 2B - Week 12 - Mastery Assess It 3

Which of the following would NOT be a good transition word to signal a counter argument?

• admittedly

• in conclusion

• as a result

• on the other hand

 

In a persuasive argument, a conclusion not only summarizes the argument, but it also ______.

• must present the counter argument

• must end with a question

• must cite the sources used in the argument

• must include a warrant and backing

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Read the following persuasive conclusion: 
Sixteen-year-olds are quite inexperienced to operate heavy vehicles that can become deadly when used irresponsibly; nevertheless, they are merely months away from adulthood when they will need the maturity and responsibility to make good decisions and function with independence. Sixteen-year-olds deserve the chance to learn to drive, improve their driving skills, and begin to exercise their independence while still living with parents or guardians who can provide guidance and direction. Finally, many families need the help of their young drivers to pick up groceries, drive siblings to activities, and help with family chores. Young people are a driving force in society; they should be allowed to drive their way to adulthood.

Which component of a persuasive conclusion is missing from this example?

• a clinching statement

• a transition word to signal a counter argument

• a counter argument

• a review of main argument

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which format for ordering content is most effective for a persuasive speech? 

• chronological order

• the order the speaker prefers

• alphabetical order

• 
  

  order of importance

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the first step in writing a speech?

• conducting research

• selecting your purpose

• creating your notes

• organizing our findings

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of formal style?

• It is written in the third person.

• It does not contain contractions.

• It is the style most often used in text messages and emails.

• It does not contain slang.

What do you use to defend your position in a persuasive essay?

• Grapes and popcorn
• Your opinion
• Reasons and evidence
• Details

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What should you consider when giving a speech? Select all that apply.

• the audience

• the appropriate tone

• the length

• the purpose

Which type of writing is used to convince readers to think a certain way or take a specific action?

• argumentative writing

• explanatory writing

• narrative writing

Which of the following characteristics of your audience do you not need to consider when preparing a speech?

• content knowledge

• beliefs

• demographics

• time of day