The Case for Print Books

What counter argument does the author provide?

• E-books, which are read on electronic devices like phones or tablets, have become popular in recent years.

• If an electronic device is not charged, a reader will not be able to read an e-book, which is certainly not convenient!

• It is true that e-books are easy to store and carry.

• Print books offer significant advantages over e-books.

Based on the text, who is the author's main audience?

• Young people

• Book authors

• Students of all ages

• Fans of picture books

What is the author's main claim in the text?

• E-books have become much more popular than they used to be.

• Publishers pay attention to the preferences of book buyers.

• Print books offer significant advantages over e-books.

• People tend to learn more from a print book than from an e-book.

Which sentence in the text is an example of a logical fallacy?

• Supporters claim that this method of reading makes the most sense in our technological world. (paragraph 1)

• For this reason, we must support print books, which are more appealing and better for learning. (paragraph 2)

• Another reason to favor print books is that many famous authors, including literary geniuses Maurice Sendak and Sherman Alexie, prefer them over e-books. (paragraph 3)

• If an electronic device is not charged, a reader will not be able to read an e-book, which is certainly not convenient! (paragraph 4)

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What is the main purpose of an argumentative text?

• To entertain the reader with a story

• To provide information on a specific topic

• To persuade the reader to accept a certain viewpoint

• To describe a scene or event in detail

Which of the following is a characteristic of argumentative text?

• It includes a plot, characters, and setting

• It presents facts without offering an opinion

• It uses emotional language to evoke a response

• It presents a claim and supports it with evidence and reasoning

What role does counter-argument play in an argumentative text?

• It weakens the author's main argument

• It provides an opportunity for the author to refute opposing views

• It distracts the reader from the main argument

• It adds unnecessary complexity to the text

What is a logical fallacy in the context of an argumentative text?

• A logical fallacy is a factual error in the text.

• A logical fallacy is a persuasive technique used to convince the reader.

• A logical fallacy is a flaw in reasoning that weakens an argument.

• A logical fallacy is a counter-argument presented by the author.

What does juxtaposition mean in the context of an argumentative text?

• Juxtaposition refers to the author's personal opinion on the topic.

• Juxtaposition refers to the placement of two things side by side for contrasting effect.

• Juxtaposition refers to the use of complex vocabulary in the text.

• Juxtaposition refers to the conclusion of the argument.

Which of the following is an example of a logical fallacy?

• Claiming that a viewpoint is correct simply because it has been held for a long time.

• Presenting a well-reasoned argument with supporting evidence.

• Addressing and refuting a counter-argument in the text.

• Using emotional language to persuade the reader.

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