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WorksheetsArgument Foundational Assessment
Total questions: 44
Worksheet time: 1hrs 5mins
The writer's position on a problem or issue is called the
evidence
claim
argument
support
In order to write a successful argument, you must use ___ to support claims.
purpose
audience
opinions
evidence
When gathering evidence, use credible ___ and take notes.
sources
purposes
language
appeals
The people you are communicating with are called your ___.
purpose
evidence
audience
appeal
What is the very FIRST paragraph of an argumentative essay called?
introduction
body
rebuttal
conclusion
What is the author's purpose in writing a text?
To summarize the text in a concise form
The reason why an author writes a text, which could be to inform, persuade, entertain, or express ideas
To provide a detailed analysis of the text
To critique the main characters
the main position or statement on a topic, issue, event, or idea
Counterclaim
Support
Claim
Reason
the use of reasons and evidence to support a position and make it convincing
Rebuttal
Argument
Evidence
Elaboration
supporting idea for why a claim is convincing
Counterclaim
Citation
Reason
Opinion
facts, including statistics, reports, research, physical proof, quotes
Opinion
Rebuttal
Reason
Evidence
a claim that refutes or attempts to disprove a certain claim
Reason
Counterclaim
Rebuttal
Opinion
a statement that cannot be proven to be true
counterclaim
reason
opinion
evidence
a statement that can be proven to be true
opinion
fact
credible source
elaboration
trusted, reliable provider of accurate information
credible source
support
rebuttal
citation
The opposite side of an argument
counterclaim
credible
claim
fact
A personal view or attitude
opinion
irrelevant
sufficient
fact
Evidence is specific information that is used to back up a reason.
TRUE
FALSE
argument
a fight between two people
attempts to persuade the reader to agree with the writer
a random set of opinions
source
where you get your information
a search enginge like Google
the directions for an essay you need to write
audience
the reader of an essay who is an expert on your topic
the reader of an essay who may not know about your topic
the writer of an argumentative essay
What does a strong argument need?
A clear claim, reasons, and evidence
No counterarguments
Opinions as evidence
Irrelevant evidence
What is an analogy in an argument?
A point-by-point comparison between two similar things
A direct address to the reader
The placement of two things side by side
A question that requires no reply
What is a rhetorical question?
A point-by-point comparison between two similar things
Talking directly to the reader
The placement of two or more things side by side
A question that has an obvious answer and requires no reply
Which of the following best describes the bandwagon fallacy?
A) Arguing that a statement is true because it is widely accepted
B) Believing something is true because a small group of people agree.
C) Drawing a conclusion based on faulty cause and effect reasoning.
D) Arguing that a belief is valid because experts agree on it
Why do people often fall
for the bandwagon fallacy?
A) They are trying to avoid conflicts with others
B) They trust authority figures without question
C) They want to be part of a popular group or trend
D) They rely on logical reasoning to form conclusions
Which claim is better?
Virginia Woolf is a more effective writer than James Joyce because she does not rely on elaborate language devices that ultimately confuse and alienate the reader.
I think Virginia Woolf is better than James Joyce.
Pathos appeals to
ethics
emotions
logic
Logos appeals to
logic
emotion
ethics
The appeal to ethics is also called
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
This method of persuasion requires a credible authority to convince the audience.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Examples of this method of persuasion include statistics, research, data, and facts.
Ethos
Logos
Pathos
Method of persuasion that appeals to emotions and feelings.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
"Wear Air Jordans at your next game, and see how high you fly!" - Michael Jordan
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Type of Appeal:
Donate just $1 a day to starving children. Make sure no one goes hungry under your watch!
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Type of Appeal:
Ms. Crisp has taught here for years. Go to her if you have questions about Centennial.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Pathos uses your
logic
trust
feelings
Persuades using your emotions
Logos
Ethos
Pathos
A 32oz bottle of Tide can wash 32 loads of laundry.
ethos
pathos
logos
How many sentences (minimum) of background information should you include in the introductory paragraph of your argument essay?
At least two, but three would be excellent.
Background information is totally not needed.
One is good enough.
A claim includes how many reasons?
one reason
two reasons
three reasons
no reasons are necessary
How many facts should you include in each body paragraph?
no facts are necessary
one fact and cite the source
two facts and cite the source of each one
three facts, but you don't need to cite the source
Which of the following is the best way to begin the first body paragraph?
Begin with a piece of evidence that you cite
Begin with "opponents might say"
Begin with "one reason"
Begin with "in conclusion"
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.
