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Counter Argument and Refutation Paragraph

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 3mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

It is more effective to refute a specific idea within the essay than the conclusion of the essay?

a)

Yes

b)

No

2.

An inclusion of an opposing argument or a counter argument weakens the essay.

a)

Yes

b)

No

3.

A statement or claim backed up by reasons is known as a/an...................

a)

Emotion

b)

Fear appeal

c)

Argument

d)

Manipulation

4.

A counterclaim should be included in an argumentative essay so that _____________.

a)

The reader will be confused about which side to agree with.

b)

The reader will have more information.

c)

The reader will disagree with you.

d)

The reader is not left with doubt about the opposing claim.

5.

Is that refutation makes opportunity to your argument stronger?

a)

Yes

b)

No

6.

Which is not steps in writing refutation?

a)

Acknowledge the other side.

b)

Provide evidence.

c)

Refute/ prove the other side wrong.

d)

Decide if it is true/false.

7.

What is a writer's position on an issue or topic?

a)

Rebuttal

b)

Claim

c)

Counterclaim

d)

Logic

8.

The point of view of people that do not agree with the claim you are making is called the _________.

a)

Evidence

b)

Counterclaim

c)

Support

d)

Rebuttal

9.

The true of writing that tries to convince the reader of something is called ______.

a)

Argumentative

b)

Expository

c)

Descriptive

d)

Narrative

10.

An argument in favor of something is known as the ________ side.

a)

Pro

b)

Can