Argument and Rhetorical Devices Quiz 2
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English
8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is the purpose of an argument?
To present and support the author's opinion
To confuse the reader
To provide irrelevant evidence
To state a claim without any support
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What does a strong argument need?
A clear claim, reasons, and evidence
No counterarguments
Opinions as evidence
Irrelevant evidence
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What makes evidence relevant in an argument?
It is unrelated to the claim
It is based on opinions
It is supported by counterarguments
It is connected to the claim and supports it logically
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Can opinions be used as evidence in an argument?
Yes, if supported by citations and references
No, opinions are only valid if they support the claim
Yes, opinions are always valid evidence
No, opinions are not evidence
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Why should a good writer include a counterargument?
To show weaknesses in opposing arguments
To confuse the reader
To avoid supporting their own claim
To make the argument longer
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
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
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is direct address in an argument?
Comparing two similar things
Placing two things side by side
Asking a question that requires no reply
Talking directly to the reader
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