WorksheetsArgumentative Writing Comprehension, Content and Skills Review
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 8mins
The topic of both argumentative texts is...
athletes wearing Black Lives Matter t-shirts to support equal justice
athletes kneeling in protest of racial inequality during the national anthem
athletes at awards shows urging other athletes to be more socially aware
athletes being punished over taking a stand for racial equality during the Olympics
The "Pro: Pro players got us talking about an important issue" author's point of view was...
for the athletes kneeling in protest
against the athletes kneeling in protest
neither for or against the athletes kneeling in protest
both for and against the athletes kneeling in protest
The "Con: This is no place to stage a protest" author's point of view was...
both for and against the athletes kneeling during the national anthem
for the athletes kneeling during the national anthem
neither for or against the athletes kneeling during the national anthem
against the athletes kneeling during the national anthem
Because the issue is debatable, the topic of athletes kneeling during the national anthem is divisive or...
causing agreement
causing disagreement
causing popularity
causing violence
Bob Gibson said that the Cardinals were the rainbow coalition of baseball because they had black, white, and Latino players. Which word is an antonym of coalition?
alliance
union
partnership
independence
When Smith and Carlos protested during the Olympic medal ceremony, their actions were controversial or...
popular
agreeable
disputable
high profile
The Black Lives Matter movement protests against discriminatory practices. What is an antonym of the word discriminatory?
impartial
prejudicial
biased
unfair
Most American are outraged when injustices occur. What is an antonym of the word injustices?
corruption
inequality
unfariness
equality
If someone is "Pro" athletes kneeling during the national anthem, they are...
against it
for it
neither for or against it
both for and against it
If someone has the "Con" point of view on the topic of athletes kneeling during the national anthem, they are...
neither for or against it
against it
both for and against it
for it
Both authors...
agree that Kaepernick's protest creates an opportunity for future generations
support professional athletes who oppose racial injustice
agree that professional athletes should donate to charities that focus on racial issues
support Kaepernick's protest during the national anthem
Which author is claiming that it is important and appropriate for athletes to protest during the national anthem?
The "Con" argumentative text author
Neither the Pro or Con authors
The "Pro" argumentative text author
Both the Pro and Con authors
Which author is claiming that it is not the right time or place for athletes to be protesting during the national anthem?
The Con argumentative text author
Both the Pro and Con authors
Neither the Pro or Con authors
The Pro argumentative text author
Which sentence acknowledges two different points of view?
Americans of all economic classes and backgrounds have always been able to escape life’s troubles by watching sports.
If famous athletes want to make a difference, there are better ways than protesting the national anthem.
If some athletes continue to kneel during the national anthem, those of us who still take pride in America should stand a little taller.
Kaepernick’s position is more high-profile, though, and his actions have sparked similar protests everywhere from high schools to professional leagues.
Which section of the CON article highlights the idea that it is important to discuss what people think are proper and appropriate ways for athletes to make a political statement?
"Standing On An Athlete's Stage"
"Trouble For Taking A Stand"
"What Is Too Far?"
"Start A Charity Or Nonprofit"
Which example supports the claim that people of different backgrounds can come to an understanding by talking about racial equality?
Muhammad Ali took a stand against the Vietnam War
Cardinal's baseball players Gibson and McCarver got into a heated conversation and had a meeting of the minds
Olympic runners Smith and Carlos led the black power salutes at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico
NBA basketball players Lebron James, Dwayne Wade and Carmelo Anthony urged athletes to be more socially involved
