This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Advanced > Syntax > Arguments – Quiz 3 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Arguments Quiz 3 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What is logical appeal? A) Appeals to your sense of smell. B) Appeals to emotions. C) A statement of factual evidence. D) A message that creates strong feelings to make a point. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A statement of factual evidence. 2. What's a claim in an argument text? A) It's a stament about what should be done or believed. B) It's a personal point of view in a fragment sentence. C) It's a statement about what should not be done or not believed. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It's a stament about what should be done or believed. 3. If an author has sufficient evidence to support his/her claim, that means ..... A) He/she includes the same evidence from multiple sources. B) He/she has enough evidence from a variety of sources. C) He/she has a lot of evidence from on reliable source. D) He/she does not have enough evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) He/she has enough evidence from a variety of sources. 4. What is required to establish in an argumentative essay? A) A narrative of personal experiences. B) A position on the topic. C) A summary of the topic. D) A description of a process. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A position on the topic. 5. The moon was full 4 weeks ago, so it should be full again tonight. A) Inductive argument. B) Deductive Argument. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Inductive argument. 6. How do you evaluate the validity of a claim? A) Gather evidence, analyze critically, consider alternative explanations, consult experts. B) Ask a friend for their opinion. C) Accept the claim without questioning. D) Ignore the claim and move on. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Gather evidence, analyze critically, consider alternative explanations, consult experts. 7. Either/or fallacy ..... A) Suggests that there are only two choices available in a situation that really offers more than two options. B) Are conclusions drawn from too little evidence. C) Supports a statement by simply repeating it in different words. D) Is the attempt to discredit an idea by attacking the person or group behind it. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Suggests that there are only two choices available in a situation that really offers more than two options. 8. "You should run right out and purchase the newest iPhone 22 because you will literally be the only one who doesn't own one!" This is an example of what type of persuasive technique? A) Bandwagon. B) Testimonial. C) Snob appeal. D) Emotional appeal. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Bandwagon. 9. What is the primary purpose of an argumentative essay? A) To inform the reader about a topic. B) To entertain the reader with a story. C) To persuade the reader to accept a particular viewpoint. D) To describe a process in detail. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To persuade the reader to accept a particular viewpoint. 10. The purpose of an argument is to A) Entertain the reader. B) Inform the reader. C) Describe something to the reader. D) Persuade the reader. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Persuade the reader. 11. A piece of evidence that is closely connected to the claim is known as ..... ? A) Sound Evidence. B) Unsound Evidence. C) Irrelevant Evidence. D) Relevant Evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Relevant Evidence. 12. Validity/ invalidity is the property of A) Propositions. B) Statements. C) Arguments. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Arguments. 13. Which of the following sentences is an example of a claim? A) Some people believe that exercise is unnecessary. B) Studies show that exercise improves mental health. C) There are various types of exercises. D) Exercise is essential for maintaining good health. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Exercise is essential for maintaining good health. 14. Every argument begins with one of these. A) Explanation. B) Claim. C) Evidence. D) Reason. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Claim. 15. Sufficient Assumption questions are overwhelmingly A) Mismatched Concepts. B) Main Point. C) Overlooked Possibilities. D) Carlos. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Mismatched Concepts. 16. GoalThe writer aims to get the reader to accept his perspective/his side as truth. A) Argumentative. B) Persuasive. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Argumentative. 17. What is supporting evidence? A) Irrelevant information. B) Anecdotes or personal experiences. C) Information or data used to back up or prove a claim or argument. D) Opinions or personal beliefs. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Information or data used to back up or prove a claim or argument. 18. What is the primary goal when comparing arguments in two different texts? A) To determine the length of each text. B) To identify the stronger argument. C) To find grammatical errors. D) To assess the use of literary devices. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To identify the stronger argument. 19. What is the primary purpose of using evidence in an argumentative essay? A) To confuse the reader. B) To lengthen the essay. C) To entertain the reader. D) To support the writer's claims. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To support the writer's claims. 20. What is meant by the intended effect? A) The way in which an author may be persuaded to feel, act or think differently towards the context. B) The way in which an audience may be persuaded to feel, act or think differently towards the issue. C) The way in which an audience is forced to feel, act or think differently towards the issue. D) The way in which an argument may be persuaded to feel, act or think differently towards the issue. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The way in which an audience may be persuaded to feel, act or think differently towards the issue. 21. ..... courts have general jurisdiction. A) Federal. B) State. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) State. 22. The claim:video games are helpful. An example of a counterclaim would be: A) Video games improve coordination. B) Video games might also help improve visual skills. C) Video games can be used to simulate trainings for soldiers. D) Violent video games increase your heart rate in a negative way. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Violent video games increase your heart rate in a negative way. 23. True or False:An argument is when an author wants to convince you of their position. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 24. Which one is NOT a method of persuasive writing? A) Providing statistics or numbers. B) Referencing authorities. C) Using personal opinions. D) Providing facts on a topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Using personal opinions. 25. What is the significance of counterarguments in an argumentative essay? A) They strengthen the main argument by addressing opposing views. B) They weaken the main argument. C) They confuse the reader. D) They are irrelevant to the main argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) They strengthen the main argument by addressing opposing views. 26. P1. If killing animals for food is wrong, then causing unnecessary harm is wrong.P2. If killing animals for food is wrong, then eating meat from a restaurant or store is wrong.C. Therefore, if causing unnecessary harm is wrong, then eating meat from a restaurant or store is wrong. A) Valid. B) Invalid. C) Modus Ponens. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Invalid. 27. The part of an argument where the author must explain what the opposing point of view is and why those views are incorrect is known as ..... A) Rebuttal. B) Explanation. C) Counter-argument. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Counter-argument. 28. "Experts" are an authoritative source of information that can be used as what in an argument? A) Evidence. B) Claim. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Evidence. 29. Which of the following best defines a counterargument in an essay? A) A statement that opposes the main argument. B) A statement that supports the main argument. C) A statement that summarizes the main argument. D) A statement that introduces the main argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A statement that opposes the main argument. 30. Which appeal often uses an authority figure or credible person? A) Pathos. B) Ethos. C) Logos. D) None of the above. 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