Argumentative Essay Writing Quiz
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main difference between discursive and argumentative essays?
Discursive essays analyse and discuss real-world issues critically, while argumentative essays provide information or inform the reader about the topic.
Discursive essays seek to convince the reader of the validity of one's view, while argumentative essays do not take a stand.
Discursive essays take a clear stand, while argumentative essays do not.
Discursive essays explain and describe a particular issue, while argumentative essays present a strong position on the topic.
Tags
CCSS.W.8.1A
CCSS.W.8.1B
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?
To provide supporting evidence and examples.
To encapsulate the writer's stand and position on the essay topic.
To summarise the main ideas of the essay.
To acknowledge alternative views and provide a rebuttal.
Tags
CCSS.W.8.1A
CCSS.W.8.1B
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to include counter-arguments in an argumentative essay?
To make the essay more objective and credible.
To confuse the reader with conflicting viewpoints.
To focus solely on explaining the writer's view.
To avoid providing evidence for the main points.
Tags
CCSS.W.8.1A
CCSS.W.8.1C
CCSS.RI.8.6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which language feature is important to maintain in argumentative essays?
Use of past tense
Use of emotionally charged words/phrases
Use of present tense
Use of informal tone
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CCSS.W.8.1D
CCSS.L.8.5C
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of signposting/cohesive devices in an argumentative essay?
To confuse the reader with unrelated information
To provide examples without connecting them to the main points
To direct the reader through the essay and make it easy to follow
To avoid using contrasting points
Tags
CCSS.W.8.1C
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.W.8.2C
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the structure of an argumentative essay?
Introduction, Body (PEEL paragraphs), Conclusion
Body (PEEL paragraphs), Introduction, Conclusion
Conclusion, Introduction, Body (PEEL paragraphs)
Body (PEEL paragraphs), Conclusion, Introduction
Tags
CCSS.W.8.1A
CCSS.W.8.1E
CCSS.W.8.2A
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an argumentative essay?
To restate the thesis statement
To develop and substantiate the main point in a logical manner
To acknowledge alternative views
To provide a counter-argument
Tags
CCSS.W.8.1A
CCSS.W.8.1B
CCSS.W.8.1C
CCSS.RI.8.8
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