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Argumentative Essay Quiz

Authored by Sherman Burkhead

English

9th Grade

CCSS covered

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Argumentative Essay Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of an argumentative essay?

To entertain the reader

To inform the reader

To persuade the reader

To describe a place or event

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.6

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an essential element of a strong thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

A summary of the main points

A clear stance or position on the issue

A list of statistics and facts

A question for the reader

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is not an effective way to hook the reader in the introduction of an argumentative essay?

A shocking statistic

A rhetorical question

A vague and unclear statement

A relevant anecdote

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CCSS.W.9-10.3A

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the body of an argumentative essay, which section should present the opposing viewpoint and counterarguments?

Introduction

Conclusion

Main body paragraphs

Thesis statement

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

CCSS.W.9-10.1C

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of providing evidence in an argumentative essay?

To make the essay longer

To make the essay more interesting

To support the thesis and persuade the reader

To show off the writer's knowledge

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

CCSS.W.9-10.1

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which transition word or phrase should be used to introduce a counterargument in an argumentative essay?

Therefore

Additionally

However

Firstly

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

CCSS.W.9-10.1C

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

To introduce the topic

To present the thesis statement

To restate the main arguments and provide a closing thought

To list sources and references

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.1E

CCSS.W.9-10.2F

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