Understanding Arguments Quiz

What is an argument?

• A) A friendly conversation where everyone agrees.

• B) A discussion involving different points of view; it is a debate.

• C) A written essay on a particular subject.

• D) A scientific method for proving theories.

What must there be for an argument to exist?

• A) A single perspective on an issue.

• B) Two similar sides agreeing on a topic.

• C) Two opposite sides; a disagreement and an agreement.

• D) A resolution to a problem.

Which of the following statements could cause an argument?

• A) "America is a country in North America."

• B) "America is known for its diverse culture."

• C) "America is a wasteful country."

• D) "America has 50 states."

What is required to establish in an argumentative essay?

• A) A narrative of personal experiences

• B) A position on the topic

• C) A summary of the topic

• D) A description of a process

What are the two main parts of an introductory paragraph?

• Background Information and Thesis/Assertion

• Thesis/Assertion and Conclusion

• Background Information and Summary

• Supporting Arguments and Examples

According to the introduction, what is the position on Americans' wastefulness?

• Americans are efficient in managing waste.

• Americans must be less wasteful to save the planet.

What determines the number of paragraphs an argumentative essay should be made of?

• The number of supporting reasons

• The length of the introduction

• The preference of the writer

• The complexity of the thesis

According to the learning material, in what order should the supporting reasons be presented in the body paragraphs of an argumentative essay?

• In order of importance

• Randomly

• In the same order as stated in the thesis/claim

• In reverse order of the thesis/claim

What is the purpose of the 'Topic Sentence' in the body paragraph of an argumentative essay?

• To provide textual evidence such as facts and statistics

• To explain the details and topic sentence

• To mention the other side of the supporting reason

• To present the main idea and restate the supporting reason

What does 'Commentary' in the body paragraph of an argumentative essay refer to?

• The main idea and the supporting reason

• Textual evidence such as facts and statistics

• An explanation of the details and topic sentence

• Concluding statements in refutation of the counter-argument