Argument and Grammar

Which of the following best defines an argument?

• Type of writing that explains a topic

• Type of writing that narrates a story

• Type of writing that informs a topic

• Type of writing that expresses a main point

What type of evidence is acceptable in an argument?

• Informative and specific

• reliable and provable

• emotional and moving

• effective and reasonable

An argument that is logical is ________________.

• reasonable

• factual

• emotional

• informative

An emotional appeal uses _______________ or words that stir positive or negative feelings.

• persuasive language

• loaded language

• flowery language

• formal language

Why would an emotional appeal be a bit weaker than a logical appeal when it comes to argument?

• Emotional appeal uses factual evidence that is provable, while logical appeal uses emotion or opinion which may not be reliable.

• Logical appeal uses factual evidence that is provable, while emotional appeal uses emotion or opinions which may not be reliable.

As Barbara puts in her contact lenses, the telephone rings.

• Correct

• Incorrect

IS THIS SENTENCE CORRECT?

Harry wants to show his friends the photos he took last summer.

• Correct

• Incorrect

IS THIS SENTENCE CORRECT?

Everyone hopes the plan would work.

• Correct

• Incorrect

IS THIS SENTENCE CORRECT?

After Capt. James Cook visited Alaska on his third voyage, he is killed by Hawaiian islanders in 1779.

• CORRECT

• INCORRECT

CHOOSE THE CORRECT SENTENCE FOR THE FOLLOWING:

Jose loves to walk by the beach, talk to her grandma, and making to friends.

• Jose loves to walk by the beach, talk to her grandma, and making to friends.

• Jose loves to walk by the beach, talking to her grandma, and making to friends.

• Jose loves to walk by the beach, talk to her grandma, and make friends.