WorksheetsArgumentative Writing Test
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the purpose of a hook?
It introduces your topic.
It gives your reader information about your topic.
It grabs your reader's attention and entices them to read your essay.
It gives them your two points and acts as a blueprint.
What must be in a thesis statement?
the two points you plan on writing about in your body paragraphs
the evidence to support your body paragraphs
a summary of your points
background information for your reader
When using evidence from the text you may paraphrase or quote directly. What must be done when doing either of these?
quotation marks must be used to show the information is not your thinking and is from the text
the source must be cited with title, author's name, and paragraph number so the author is given credit.
the evidence must come from the same sources
both must have the paragraph number from where they were found, but not the title of the article
What three things should be in the introduction?
hook, background information, thesis statement
hook, evidence, thesis statement
thesis statement, evidence, conclusion
hook, thesis statement, counterclaim
The thesis statement acts as a _______________ for both the writer and the reader.
blueprint
bucket
boundary
starting point
What is the correct order for an argumentative essay?
Introduction, Body Paragraphs, Counterclaim, Conclusion
Hook, Body Paragraphs, Conclusion, Introduction
Introduction, Evidence, Body Paragraphs, Conclusion
Hook, Background Information, Conclusion, Evidence
What is the purpose of a counterclaim?
It acknowledges the opposing side and gives a rebuttal and evidence as to why it is incorrect strengthening your overall argument.
It proves the argument wrong.
It just simply states what the opposing thesis may be.
It acknowledges the other side so the reader may see both arguments.
Which is an example of a strong thesis statement?
School uniforms should not be considered because they are expensive for parents and uncomfortable for students.
Chewing gum should not be allowed in schools.
School lunch requirements should be reconsidered.
PE should be mandatory in schools because it is fun and kids will have fun!
What should be done at the beginning of each paragraph?
the first line is indented and a transition is used
the first line is indented and there is a summary
the first line is indented and evidence is given immediately
there should be a hook at the beginning of each paragraph
Which is the best example of a hook?
82% of students surveyed said they would consider leaving public school and homeschooling if uniforms were mandated according to High School Press article, "Uniforms on the Rise."
Uniforms are boring.
Red shirt, khaki shorts. Red shirt, khaki shorts Red shirt, khaki shorts. It's just as boring to wear everyday as it is to read!
Uniforms are the most boring outfit imaginable.
What is the purpose of elaboration/explanation?
It explains or elaborates on why the evidence you have provided from the text is relevant to the argument.
It explains the evidence by repeating it.
It elaborates on the evidence by adding more evidence from other articles.
It explains how the evidence supports to hook.
Which evidence most strongly supports the following thesis:
Homework is a waste of time because students cheat from others and miss out on time with family.
42% of teachers do not give homework.
Research shows that students make no educational gains from completing assigned homework.
Homework is given one day a week only.
Students copy homework because they hate homework.
What is a rebuttal?
a statement that says something is not true
evidence
similar to a thesis, but with only one main point
a main idea point
Each body paragraph will have a...
main idea
theme
thesis statement
hook and main idea
What words should we see in a call to action?
should, need, must, urge, recommend
hook, thesis statement
will, don't, like
act, call, do
What is a call to action?
Tells the reader what they are expected to do, think, feel, or believe; it is a final plea
reminds the reader of the two main ideas
gives the reader a summary of the essay
summarizes the purpose
What is a claim?
the primary argument
the source (Daisy has the source)
the main points
the conclusion
What does an argumentative essay have that an expository essay will not have?
a call to action and counterclaim
a thesis statement and main points
evidence and supporting details
a conclusion and a summary
When writing an essay for school, you should write...
formally
informally
Mrs. Hamlin grades your essay on...
quality
quantity
