Quiz on Writing Effective Arguments

What is critical writing primarily concerned with?

• Presenting information

• Analyzing and evaluating information

• Summarizing content

• Describing facts

Which of the following is NOT one of Aristotle's rhetorical appeals?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Syntax

• Logos

What does ethos refer to in persuasive writing?

• Use of statistics

• Credibility of the writer

• Logical reasoning

• Emotional appeal

According to the text, what is a key element of critical writing?

• Narrative style

• Personal opinion

• Analysis

• Descriptive writing

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in a persuasive essay?

• To list references

• To provide background information

• To present the main argument

• To summarize the essay

Which technique involves asking questions for effect rather than answers?

• Analogies

• Rhetorical questions

• Repetition

• Hyperbole

What is the primary goal of persuasive writing?

• To inform

• To entertain

• To influence

• To describe

In the context of persuasive writing, what does pathos appeal to?

• Emotions

• Credibility

• Logic

• Statistics

What should a strong persuasive essay include to acknowledge opposing views?

• A counterargument

• A conclusion

• A thesis statement

• A summary

Which of the following is a core technique in persuasive writing?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Ignoring counterarguments

• Inclusive language

• Avoiding emotional appeals