This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Advanced > Syntax > Argument Structure – Quiz 2 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Argument Structure Quiz 2 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Student A had to write a persuasive essay about the use of computers for school/homework. Which of the following is an example of a claim the student might make? A) Computers are the most effective way for students to do homework. B) Some students use computers to do their homework. C) Computers are a technological tool. D) Microsoft computers are used by some students to do their homework. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Computers are the most effective way for students to do homework. 2. What does perspective mean? A) Rebuttal. B) Ethos. C) Vision. D) Point of view. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Point of view. 3. In an argumentative essay, a claim is something that is A) Proved false only. B) Proved either true or false. C) Asserted to be false. D) Asserted to be true. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Asserted to be true. 4. What should you do in your topic sentence? A) Wrap up the paragraph. B) Tell how the evidence supports your claim. C) Support your reason with facts or examples. D) Introduce one reason. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Introduce one reason. 5. Facts, statistics, and quotes are all types of ..... A) Argument. B) Reasons. C) Reasoning. D) Evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Evidence. 6. What comes second in an introduction? A) Hook. B) Reasons. C) Background. D) Thesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Background. 7. An early human history invention that impacts us today is soap because it improves hygienic conditions in hospitals and prevents the spread of illnesses. A) Informational. B) Persuasive. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Informational. 8. All birds have wings, and all angels have wings. Therefore, angels are birds. A) Is valid reasoning. B) Is sound reasoning. C) Contains a non sequitur. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Contains a non sequitur. 9. Germany is a country on the Northern hemisphere, and all countries on the Northern hemisphere are rich. Therefore, Germany is rich. A) Is valid reasoning. B) Is sound reasoning. C) Is neither valid nor sound. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Is valid reasoning. 10. What question do 'Warrants' answer in an argument? A) What are you arguing?. B) Why does your evidence support your claim?. C) What's your proof?. D) Just how sure are you?. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Why does your evidence support your claim?. 11. Which of these is NOT typically part of an argument's structure? A) Reasoning. B) Entertainment. C) Claim. D) Evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Entertainment. 12. The following verbs should be used with which part of the structure:confirms, supports, rationalizes A) Partition. B) So What. C) Exordium & Background. D) Refutation. E) Confirmation. Show Answer Correct Answer: E) Confirmation. 13. In the classical template, what is the role of the partition? A) To conclude the argument. B) To forecast the principal claim and manner of argument. C) To provide background information. D) To refute the opponent's arguments. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To forecast the principal claim and manner of argument. 14. How does the conclusion tie together an argument? A) The conclusion introduces new evidence to support the argument. B) The conclusion elaborates on the background information of the topic. C) The conclusion ties together an argument by summarizing the main points and reinforcing the overall claim. D) The conclusion presents a counterargument to challenge the claim. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The conclusion ties together an argument by summarizing the main points and reinforcing the overall claim. 15. Combining ethos, pathos, and logos in persuasive writing and speaking A) Confuses the audience. B) Makes the argument one-sided. C) Strengthens the overall argument. D) Is generally discouraged. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Strengthens the overall argument. 16. What are arguments against or limiting the scope of the claim called? A) Grounds. B) Conditions of Rebuttal. C) Modal Qualifier. D) Warrants. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Conditions of Rebuttal. 17. What question do 'Claims' answer in an argument? A) What's your proof?. B) Just how sure are you?. C) What are you arguing?. D) Why does your evidence support your claim?. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) What are you arguing?. 18. What is the term for the conclusions or positions in an argument, which often include a main claim and sub-claims? A) Grounds. B) Backing. C) Warrants. D) Claims. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Claims. 19. Difference between a claim and an opinion. A) A claim has evidence & an opinion does not. B) An opinion has evidence and a claim does not. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A claim has evidence & an opinion does not. 20. A student had to write an essay about the treatment of animals in zoos. Which of the following is an example of a claim the student might make? A) Everyone loves a visit to the zoo. B) Zoologists are specially trained to care for the animals. C) Traditional zoos should be replaced with wild animal parks that allow animals more space and freedom. D) The ticket prices of zoos should be discounted for families with low income. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Traditional zoos should be replaced with wild animal parks that allow animals more space and freedom. 21. What does the hook do? A) It briefly reviews the main reasons. B) It clearly states your position. C) It grabs the reader's attention. D) It gives basic information about the topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It grabs the reader's attention. 22. An effective persuasive message should: A) Only use pathos to connect with the audience on an emotional level. B) Rely solely on the speaker's credibility (ethos). C) Incorporate a balance of ethos, pathos, and logos. D) Use complex language to demonstrate intelligence. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Incorporate a balance of ethos, pathos, and logos. 23. Which of the following best describes a counterclaim? A) A statement that opposes or disagrees with the main claim. B) A statement that provides factual evidence. C) A statement that summarizes the argument. D) A statement that supports the main argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A statement that opposes or disagrees with the main claim. 24. Why is it important to address a counterclaim? A) It is important to address a counterclaim to strengthen your argument and demonstrate critical thinking. B) Counterclaims should only be mentioned if they are valid. C) Addressing a counterclaim is unnecessary for a strong argument. D) Ignoring a counterclaim can make your argument more persuasive. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It is important to address a counterclaim to strengthen your argument and demonstrate critical thinking. 25. Which of the following best helps you distinguish between fact and opinion? A) Checking if the statement can be proven true or false. B) Seeing if the statement is interesting. C) Looking for the author's name. D) Deciding if you agree with the statement. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Checking if the statement can be proven true or false. 26. Analyze the structure of a text that presents a problem of plastic pollution and then offers several solutions. A) Cause and effect. B) Problem and solution. C) Sequence/Process. D) Compare and contrast. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Problem and solution. 27. Which of the following is evidence to support the claim that Beyonce is the best female musician? A) Beyonce is the best modern female artist. B) Some might say Taylor Swift is better. C) However, Taylor Swift does not have the range of Beyonce. D) Beyonce has won 24 Grammys and been nominated 70 times. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Beyonce has won 24 Grammys and been nominated 70 times. 28. What should you do first in a counterargument paragraph? A) Mention why some people disagree with your claim. B) Provide evidence supporting your side. C) Explain how the evidence supports your claim. D) Explain why their point is weak or incorrect. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Mention why some people disagree with your claim. 29. Multiple-Choice Questions-In which argument model is the warrant a key component? A) Classical. B) Toulmin. C) Rogerian. D) Aristotelian. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Toulmin. 30. Which statement is an example of evidence? A) "Some people do not recycle.". B) "Recycling is good for the environment.". C) "According to the EPA, recycling rates have increased by 30% in the last decade.". D) "I believe recycling is important.". Show Answer Correct Answer: C) "According to the EPA, recycling rates have increased by 30% in the last decade.". 31. A counterclaim is A) An opposing point of view or claim. B) A statement that is said to be true but is actually false. C) Evidence. D) An explanation. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) An opposing point of view or claim. 32. What is the most likely reason the author uses interior monologue (imagining the audience's thoughts) in this passage? A) Because he has forgotten his actual notes and needs to fill time. B) To anticipate and directly address potential objections from his listeners. C) To show that he is capable of reading the minds of his opponents. D) To create a sense of fictional drama in an otherwise boring report. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To anticipate and directly address potential objections from his listeners. 33. A writer consults three sources:a recent government study, a company advertisement, and a local newspaper opinion column. Which source is least credible for supporting an objective claim, and why? A) The government study-because it is too detailed to read. B) The advertisement-because it carries bias and a motive to sell. C) The newspaper opinion-because it is local and therefore inaccurate. D) None-all three are equally credible for objective claims. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The advertisement-because it carries bias and a motive to sell. 34. What role does evidence play in supporting an argument? A) Evidence is irrelevant to arguments. B) Evidence only confuses the audience. C) Evidence supports an argument by validating claims and enhancing credibility. D) Evidence weakens the argument's impact. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Evidence supports an argument by validating claims and enhancing credibility. 35. What is the main idea of a text that discusses the benefits of exercise on mental health? A) Exercise can help you lose weight. B) Exercise has positive effects on mental health. C) There are many types of exercises. D) Mental health is important for overall well-being. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Exercise has positive effects on mental health. 36. Ling was chewing the gum. When her teacher told her to spit it out and throw it in the trash, she talked back. What tone did Ling use with her teacher? A) Apologetic. B) Sarcastic. C) Uncertain. D) Disrespectful. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Disrespectful. 37. A commercial shows a famous athlete drinking a sports beverage. Which rhetorical appeal is being used most strongly? A) Kairos. B) Logos. C) Pathos. D) Ethos. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Ethos. 38. Read the claim and counterclaim.CLAIM:People have different opinions about the death penalty.COUNTERCLAIM:The death penalty deters violent crime.Which replacement text would MOST improve this pair of statements? A) CLAIM:The death penalty should be abolished because it is ineffective. B) CLAIM:The death penalty is necessary. C) COUNTERCLAIM:Not every state in the U.S. has the death penalty. D) COUNTERCLAIM:Many other countries have the death penalty. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) CLAIM:The death penalty should be abolished because it is ineffective. 39. Which of the following is correctly structured? A) Young people should avoid getting tattoos on their face; therefore, facial tattoos can greatly hinder job opportunities. B) Young people should avoid getting tattoos on their face because facial tattoos can greatly hinder job opportunities. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Young people should avoid getting tattoos on their face because facial tattoos can greatly hinder job opportunities. 40. Student A is writing a paper arguing that UVA is harder to get into than USC. Which of the following would be an appropriate REASON? A) USC accepts less students per year than UVA. B) More high school students apply to USC than do UVA. C) More high school students apply to USC than do UVA. D) The average UVA student has higher grades than the average USC student. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The average UVA student has higher grades than the average USC student. 41. Which of the following is an appropriate claim for the essay topic "Is video gaming good or bad?" A) Violent video games have negative effects on young children. B) Many video games are available online. C) Skyrim is the best adventure game. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Violent video games have negative effects on young children. 42. The form of argumentative appeal that is based on an appeal to common sense, reason, and/or logic. A) Ethos. B) Pathos. C) Logos. D) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Logos. 43. Explain what a claim is and provide an example. A) A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true or factual. For example, 'Eating fruits and vegetables every day can improve overall health.'. B) A claim is a type of payment made by an insurance company to cover a loss or damage. C) A claim is a type of bird that is native to South America. D) A claim is a type of legal document used to transfer ownership of property. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true or factual. For example, 'Eating fruits and vegetables every day can improve overall health.'. 44. A claim is notUn reclamo no es A) A statement of opinion. B) A statement of fact. C) A statement in response to a topic or question. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A statement of fact. 45. Which part of an argument connects the parts of the argument and answers the question, "Why does your evidence support your claim?" A) Grounds. B) Backing. C) Claims. D) Warrants. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Warrants. 46. What should you do after stating textual evidence? A) Explain how the evidence supports your claim. B) Transition to another idea or subclaim. C) Discuss why others' opinions or arguments are incorrect. D) Review your main points or subclaims. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Explain how the evidence supports your claim. 47. All birds lay eggs, as do ducks. Therefore, ducks are birds. A) Is valid reasoning. B) Is sound reasoning. C) Is neither valid nor sound. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Is neither valid nor sound. 48. The area(s) of the argument that support the claim presented by the speaker A) So What. B) Background. C) Confirmation. D) Exordium. E) Refutation. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Confirmation. 49. True or False? The statement below could be a claim for the essay topic "Why is it important for students to play sports?" Many students in middle school play sports after classes across the United States. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 50. Read the claim.CLAIM:Wind power is a clean, harmless form of energy.Which statement is a counterclaim to this claim? A) Wind turbines create less pollution than fossil fuels. B) Wind turbines do not work when the wind is not blowing. C) Wind turbines can harm or kill birds and bats. D) Wind turbines are a more efficient form of energy than solar panels. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Wind turbines can harm or kill birds and bats. 51. How does the author describe femininity during her adolescence and maturity? A) She found it to be a source of joy and self-expression. B) She considered it a challenge that conflicted with her ambitions. C) She embraced femininity with open arms. D) She thought it was an essential part of her identity. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) She considered it a challenge that conflicted with her ambitions. 52. Student B is making an argument that students should be allowed to purchase coffee in the school cafeteria. Which of the following would be an appropriate REASON? A) Students who drink caffeine perform better in school. B) Coffee is available in many forms and flavors. C) Many parents allow their children to drink coffee at home. D) Caffeine consumption can lead to health problems. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Students who drink caffeine perform better in school. 53. School should be allowed to conduct random locker searches because it allows schools to maintain student safety and the lockers are on school property A) Informational. B) Persuasive. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Persuasive. 54. A statement of opinion that needs to be proven in order to show that it is true A) Subject. B) Fact. C) Evidence. D) Claim. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Claim. 55. Student C is making an argument that Physical Education class should be required every year from K-12. Which of the following would be an appropriate REASON? A) College acceptance does not require Physical Education class credit. B) Exercise increases brain function, which could positively affect students in other classes. C) Core subjects such as math, English, science, and history are more important. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Exercise increases brain function, which could positively affect students in other classes. 56. Which of the following comes first in a body paragraph? A) Concluding sentence. B) Topic sentence. C) Evidence. D) Explanation. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Topic sentence. 57. A student argues, "If we let students eat snacks in class, soon they'll demand full meals and TVs too!" Which fallacy does this demonstrate, and what is its flaw? A) Slippery slope-it exaggerates the consequences without evidence. B) Red herring-it distracts from the topic. C) Bandwagon-it pressures others to agree. D) Hasty generalization-it uses too few examples. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Slippery slope-it exaggerates the consequences without evidence. 58. Provide an example of evidence that can be used to support a claim. A) Anecdotal evidence. B) Statistics, research findings, expert testimony, or documented observations. C) Rumors. D) Personal opinion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Statistics, research findings, expert testimony, or documented observations. 59. Which of the following best summarizes the structure of an argument? A) Fact, opinion, summary. B) Question, answer, explanation. C) Claim, supporting claim, evidence, counterclaim, conclusion. D) Introduction, body, conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Claim, supporting claim, evidence, counterclaim, conclusion. 60. In an introduction paragraph you should ..... A) Provide evidence. B) Present your claim. C) Acknowledge and refute the other side. D) Wrap up and call the reader to action. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Present your claim. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesAdvanced QuizzesGrammar QuizzesArgument Structure Quiz 1Argument Structure Quiz 3Argument Structure Quiz 4Argument Structure Quiz 5Adjuncts QuizArguments QuizConstituent Structure QuizValency Quiz 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books