Argument Text

In an argument text, where is the claim usually located? 

• at or towards the beginning

• at or near the end

• somewhere in the middle, depending on the topic

The part of the argument that supports the claim with facts, statistics, expert opinions, and logical reasons is called what?

• support

• evidence

• data

• logos

a logical appeal supported by reasons and evidence

• claim

• evidence

• counterargument

• argument

an argument made to answer likely objections (being one step ahead..."I know you're going to say this_ _ _, BUT_ _ _"

• support

• claim

• evidence

• counterclaim

How many reasons are presented by those who are against homework ....

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

In which paragraph does the text state pro and contra arguments?

• Paragraph 1 and 2

• Paragraph 1 and 3

• Paragraph 2 and 3

• Paragraph 1 and 4

the writer's position on an issue or problem

• claim

• evidence

• counterclaim

• reasons

What does it mean to "evaluate" an argument?

• to disagree with the argument

• to respond to the argument

• to decide whether it makes sense and is convincing

• to provide a counterargument 

Which of the following is NOT  a common reason for making a claim?

• to respond to a statement you agree or disagree with

• to convince someone of your position

• to prove that you are right and someone else is wrong

• to challenge a commonly-held view

What are the purposes of an argument?

• to convince someone to buy something

• to change someone's opinion or convince them to take a course of action

• to entertain and change the minds of others

• to inform and change someone's ideas