Writing a Balanced Argument Quiz

When writing a balanced argument, it is important to present both sides of the argument ____.

• A) unfairly

• B) with bias

• C) fairly

• D) with prejudice

Which of the following should be included in the concluding paragraph of a balanced argument?

• The writer's own opinion

• A summary of unrelated topics

• A list of jokes

• A fictional story

Fill in the blank: A balanced argument should be written using _______ and technical language.

• informal

• casual

• formal

• humorous

In the example given, what was the subject of the balanced argument?

• Whether homework should be banned

• The importance of libraries

• The necessity of school uniforms

• Internet access for children.

Which phrase is used to show a balance?

• On balance

• In consequence

• So that

• Since

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which phrase is used to show a concession?

• Even though

• Consequently

• Therefore

• Hence

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the example argument in the image about?

• The benefits of sports.

• The call for homework to be banned.

• The importance of reading.

• The need for more schools.

Fill in the blank: An argument needs supporting _______.

• opinions

• evidence

• questions

• stories

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

Which of the following is not mentioned in the checklist as a requirement for an argument?

• Opposing views

• A bibliography

• Supporting evidence

• Engaging language

In a debate, the 'for' side is also known as the ___.

• Opposition

• Proposition

• Neutral

• Audience