This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Advanced > Syntax > Argument Structure – Quiz 8 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Argument Structure Quiz 8 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. How can one identify logical fallacies in an argument? A) By only focusing on the conclusion of the argument. B) One can identify logical fallacies by analyzing the argument's structure, checking for emotional appeals, relevance of evidence, and misrepresentations. C) By accepting all claims without question. D) By ignoring the context of the argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) One can identify logical fallacies by analyzing the argument's structure, checking for emotional appeals, relevance of evidence, and misrepresentations. 2. Which of the following is an example of a refrain used in the speech? A) "The sunlight that brought light and healing to you ". B) The repeated use of the phrase "Must I argue " to show the absurdity of having to prove basic human rights. C) The recurring mention of the "Rochester Ladies' Anti-Slavery Society" . D) The frequent use of the word "hallelujah" throughout the entire text. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The repeated use of the phrase "Must I argue " to show the absurdity of having to prove basic human rights. 3. Students should be able to nap during class if they can keep up with their schoolwork on their own time. What would be an effective counterclaim? A) Napping is good for adolescents. B) Schools should allow students to nap. C) Students can miss new information. D) Students should not be able to nap during class because they could miss new information or might forget to complete it at home. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Students should not be able to nap during class because they could miss new information or might forget to complete it at home. 4. What should you do first in a conclusion paragraph? A) Include a call to action. B) Review your reasons. C) Restate your thesis. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Restate your thesis. 5. In a counterargument, after you mention why some people disagree with your claim, you should ..... A) Explain why their point is weak or incorrect. B) End with a concluding statement to wrap up the paragraph. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Explain why their point is weak or incorrect. 6. Which component of the classical template is responsible for providing background information? A) Peroration. B) Narration. C) Partition. D) Exordium. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Narration. 7. What does Douglass' describe as his present plan? A) To move to a different country where freedom is already established. B) To use the "severest language" he can command to denounce everything that perpetuates slavery. C) To stop speaking in public and focus entirely on writing his autobiography. D) To wait patiently for the government to change the laws without outside pressure. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To use the "severest language" he can command to denounce everything that perpetuates slavery. 8. Which term describes the expression of the writer's certainty or limits thereof? A) Claims. B) Modal Qualifier. C) Grounds. D) Backing. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Modal Qualifier. 9. Punctuate the following Look at this cute puppy ..... A) ? (Question Mark). B) , (Comma). C) ! (Exclamation Point). D) . (Period). Show Answer Correct Answer: C) ! (Exclamation Point). 10. Multiple-Choice Questions-A writer arguing a court case by carefully explaining why evidence supports a claim would most likely rely on- A) Emotional appeals. B) Narrative structure. C) Rogerian reasoning. D) Toulmin reasoning. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Toulmin reasoning. 11. Did you know that monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles each year? They travel from the United States and Canada all the way to Mexico for the winter. This incredible journey is one of the longest insect migrations known.The overall tone of the paragraph is best described as: A) Informative. B) Emotional. C) Argumentative. D) Humorous. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Informative. 12. The following verbs should be used with which part of the structure:challenges, refutes, defends, retorts A) Exordium & Background. B) Partition. C) Confirmation. D) So What. E) Refutation. Show Answer Correct Answer: E) Refutation. 13. Multiple-Choice Questions-Which argument structure is best suited for highly emotional or divisive issues? A) Aristotelian. B) Deductive. C) Toulmin. D) Rogerian. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Rogerian. 14. True or False? The statement below could be a counterclaim for the claim: "Social media is harmful for adolescents."Having social media from a young age can cause self esteem issues and can lead to cyber bullying. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 15. Which question should a writer ask to check the relevance of a piece of evidence to their claim? A) Is this evidence the longest paragraph available?. B) Does this fact directly support my claim?. C) Did I first see this on social media?. D) Is this the most dramatic quote I have?. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Does this fact directly support my claim?. 16. Which paragraphs come after the introduction? A) Conclusion. B) Body. C) Counterargument. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Body. 17. What connects evidence to a claim in an argument? A) Examples only. B) More evidence. C) Reasoning. D) Another claim. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Reasoning. 18. Which rhetorical appeal is primarily based on logic and reasoning? A) Kairos. B) Logos. C) Pathos. D) Ethos. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Logos. 19. What does the passage imply about femininity and the perception of women who do not conform to it? A) They are admired for their courage. B) They are seen as confident individuals. C) They risk losing the attention and approval of men. D) They are celebrated for their independence. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They risk losing the attention and approval of men. 20. Evaluate the effectiveness of the following rebuttal: "While consumers are responsible, fast food companies create demand with extensive advertising targeting children." What makes this rebuttal strong? A) It introduces a new claim. B) It ignores the counterclaim. C) It shifts the blame entirely to consumers. D) It acknowledges consumer responsibility but highlights the role of advertising. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It acknowledges consumer responsibility but highlights the role of advertising. 21. Which component of the classical template is similar to a contemporary introduction? A) Exordium. B) Narration. C) Peroration. D) Partition. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Exordium. 22. Which of the following best describes the structure of a cause-and-effect text? A) The text presents a problem and then offers solutions. B) The text describes events in the order they happened. C) The text explains reasons why something happened and the results of it. D) The text compares and contrasts two or more things. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The text explains reasons why something happened and the results of it. 23. "Everyone supports this law, so it must be right." This statement is an example of which fallacy? A) Bandwagon. B) Ad hominem. C) False cause. D) Slippery slope. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Bandwagon. 24. How do you support a claim in an argument? A) Use evidence and reasoning to back up your claim. B) Make a personal anecdote the main focus. C) Ignore the opposing viewpoints entirely. D) Use vague statements without any details. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Use evidence and reasoning to back up your claim. 25. Student C made the claim, "Novels and textbooks should be completely replaced by iPads and online resources." Which of the following is an example of an appropriate counterclaim the student might make? A) IPads do not have fun games pre-installed on them. B) Excessive reading on a computer screen can possibly damage eyesight. C) Some student do not need to use textbooks for studying. D) Some students would rather play video games than read a novel. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Excessive reading on a computer screen can possibly damage eyesight. 26. Which source is most reliable for building a research-based argument about teen health trends? A) A short social media video summarizing a headline. B) A personal blog post by a high school student. C) A peer-reviewed public health journal article from 2023. D) A Wikipedia entry edited yesterday. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A peer-reviewed public health journal article from 2023. 27. Where do arguments usually state a main claim? A) At the end of the conclusion. B) Toward the end of the introduction. C) Within body paragraphs. D) At the beginning of body paragraphs. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Toward the end of the introduction. 28. Which statement is a counterclaim to "Homework helps students learn" ? A) "Homework allows students to practice skills.". B) "Some students do not have time for homework due to other responsibilities.". C) "Teachers assign homework to reinforce lessons.". D) "Homework is a common part of school.". Show Answer Correct Answer: B) "Some students do not have time for homework due to other responsibilities.". 29. Which of the following is NOT an effective claim for a persuasive essay about computer use at school? A) Students need to learn computer literacy to be productive in the real world. B) Technology helps students get more involved in their learning and opens up more possibilities for the projects students can create. C) Over 60% of parents support the use of computers at school. D) Schools should move all of their textbooks to online resources for students. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Schools should move all of their textbooks to online resources for students. 30. The connection of the grounds back to the claim A) Warrant. B) Pathos. C) Argument. D) Repetition. 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