AP Seminar Glossary Quiz

Which term describes a claim or thesis that conveys a perspective developed through reasoning and supported by evidence?

• Assumption

• Argument

• Bias

• Concession

What does "Assumption" refer to in the AP Seminar Glossary?

• A statement made about an issue that asserts a perspective

• A belief regarded as true and often unstated

• The degree to which a source is believable

• The stylistic features of writing

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

Who is considered an "Author" according to the AP Seminar Glossary?

• The one who creates a work that conveys a perspective

• A person who provides commentary on evidence

• Someone who acknowledges an opposing view

• A person who analyzes the context of a source

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is "Bias" in the context of AP Seminar?

• A statement made about an issue that asserts a perspective

• A personal opinion that may influence judgment

• An opposing perspective supported by evidence

• The degree to which a source is believable

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

What does "Claim" mean in the AP Seminar Glossary?

• A belief regarded as true and often unstated

• A statement made about an issue that asserts a perspective

• The stylistic features of writing

• An issue involving many facets

What is the role of "Commentary" in relation to a claim?

• Understanding the resulting analysis of evidence

• Discussion and analysis of evidence related to the claim

• Acknowledgment of an opposing view

• The intent and audience of a source

What does "Concession" mean in the context of AP Seminar?

• A statement made about an issue that asserts a perspective

• Acknowledgment and acceptance of an opposing view

• The stylistic features of writing

• The degree to which a source is believable

What is the meaning of "Conclusion" in the AP Seminar Glossary?

• Understanding the resulting analysis of evidence

• A personal opinion that may influence judgment

• An opposing perspective supported by evidence

• The intent and audience of a source

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

What does "Credibility" mean in the AP Seminar Glossary?

• The degree to which a source is believable and trustworthy

• A statement made about an issue that asserts a perspective

• A personal opinion that may influence judgment

• The stylistic features of writing

What is considered "evidence" in an argument?

• A possible future effect or result

• Information used as proof to support a claim or thesis

• A boundary at which an argument is no longer valid

• A filter through which an issue is examined

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1