Argumentative Vocabulary Test

What is an argumentative text?

• A text that uses humor to entertain

• A text that develops and defends a position using logic and persuasion

• A text that provides a narrative story

• A text that lists factual information without opinion

Who is the audience in a piece of writing?

• The author of the text

• The intended target group for a message

• The characters in the story

• The publisher of the text

What does bias mean?

• A fair and balanced viewpoint

• Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group

• A neutral perspective

• An objective analysis

What is a claim in an argument?

• A question asked for effect

• A position or arguable thesis about a topic

• A humorous statement

• A factual report

What is a counterargument?

• A supporting argument

• A viewpoint that opposes an author’s thesis

• A summary of the main points

• An unrelated opinion

What does credibility refer to?

• The ability to entertain

• The quality of being believable and trustworthy

• The use of complex language

• The length of a text

What is evidence in an argument?

• A personal opinion

• Specific details or facts that support an inference

• A rhetorical question

• A humorous anecdote

What is faulty reasoning?

• A logically incorrect argument

• A well-supported conclusion

• A factual statement

• A clear and concise argument

What is loaded language?

• Neutral and unbiased terms

• A term meant to create strong emotional reactions

• Technical jargon

• Simple and clear language

What is a logical fallacy?

• A sound and valid argument

• An incorrect argument not based on sound reasoning

• A factual statement

• A rhetorical question