What is the primary focus of the argument task in the GRE?

Strengthening and Evaluating Arguments

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To defend a given argument
To write an essay on a given topic
To challenge and improve a given argument
To summarize a given argument
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the GRE argument task?
To test your ability to challenge and improve arguments
To test your ability to create arguments
To test your ability to summarize arguments
To test your ability to write essays
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in approaching the argument task?
Providing evidence
Summarizing the argument
Identifying assumptions
Defending the argument
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the argument task differ from the issue statement?
In the issue statement, you improve a given argument
In the issue statement, you challenge an argument
In the argument task, you challenge a given argument
In the argument task, you provide the argument
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main assumption made by Littleville regarding the new mall?
The mall will be larger than Bburg City's mall
The mall will have a variety of stores
The mall will attract wealthy clients
The mall will be built in the city center
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What evidence is used to support Littleville's expectation of success?
A government report on economic growth
A survey of local residents
The success of a similar mall in Bburg City
A study on shopping trends
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the example involving Littleville and Bburg City?
It provides a summary of the argument task
It illustrates how to identify assumptions
It shows how to defend an argument
It demonstrates how to write a response
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