This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Advanced > Syntax > Arguments – Quiz 6 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Arguments Quiz 6 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Why is 'Just Say No' not considered an argument? A) It provides a clear reason. B) It lacks logical reasoning. C) It is too long. D) It is universally accepted. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It lacks logical reasoning. 2. A statement that an author uses to prove their argument. There may be several ..... within an argumentative text. A) Predictions. B) Evaluation. C) Traces. D) Claims. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Claims. 3. What is the primary goal when analyzing an argument in a text? A) To identify the author's main point and supporting evidence. B) To summarize the text in your own words. C) To rewrite the text in a different style. D) To find grammatical errors in the text. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To identify the author's main point and supporting evidence. 4. Factual information that supports reasoning A) Opinion. B) Idea. C) Evidence. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Evidence. 5. When selecting evidence to support an argument you want what kind of evidence? A) Relevant & sound evidence. B) Irrelevant & unsound evidence. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Relevant & sound evidence. 6. Why do authors write arguments? A) To convince other people to agree with their claim. B) Because they are usually paid very high salaries. C) To make it easier for all identity groups to be heard. D) To inform and entertain their readers. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To convince other people to agree with their claim. 7. What other information could authors use to help their claims? A) Complex vocabulary. B) Personal anecdotes. C) Lengthy descriptions. D) Statistical data. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Statistical data. 8. This word means to make an informed opinion-especially when reading an argumentative text A) Trace. B) Guess. C) Evaluate. D) Predict. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Evaluate. 9. What does it mean to "trace" or delineate an argument? A) To take a pencil and physically ouline the text. B) To decide whether it is convincing or not. C) To reread it. D) To follow the reasoning of the argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To follow the reasoning of the argument. 10. What is claim evidence reasoning? A) A strategy for organizing information in a presentation. B) Framework used in argumentative writing to support claims with evidence and reasoning. C) A method used in scientific research to analyze data. D) A type of insurance claim process. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Framework used in argumentative writing to support claims with evidence and reasoning. 11. Which statement below is an emotional appeal? A) Making the wrong financial choices can have devastating, life-altering effects. B) Expanding our advertising for the annual street fair will increase attendance. C) Quieter study locations would help students retain more information. D) If we renovate the neglected homes, our neighborhood will be more attractive to potential home buyers. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Making the wrong financial choices can have devastating, life-altering effects. 12. Which of these is an example of a hasty generalization? A) She thinks that curfews are a good idea, but she's a dull person. B) Cats are more pleasant than dogs, because cats have better personalities. C) Either he supports our position wholeheartedly, or he wants us to fail. D) Cheerleaders spend a lot of money on their hair and makeup. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Cheerleaders spend a lot of money on their hair and makeup. 13. How can a writer make sure their argument is coherent and logical? A) By using complex vocabulary. B) By ensuring each paragraph flows logically to the next. C) By writing in the first person. D) By making the essay as long as possible. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By ensuring each paragraph flows logically to the next. 14. Closely connected to what is being considered. A) Relevant. B) Reasoning. C) Claim. D) Sufficient. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Relevant. 15. 1) Instagram can boost a person's self-esteem because, of course, Instagram is primarily for photos. 2) This generation has a lot of self-esteem issues, and since technology is more prevalent than ever, people look at social media as a way to seek validation from the whole world.The 2nd sentence contains a ..... A) Claim made by the author. B) Counterargument/counterclaim. C) Reason to support the main claim. D) Evidence for a claim. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Claim made by the author. 16. What kind of evidence should you use to support your claim? A) Relevant. B) Subjective. C) Counterargument. D) Opinions. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Relevant. 17. When evaluating two arguments, what is a crucial factor to consider? A) The popularity of the arguments. B) The emotional appeal of the arguments. C) The length of each argument. D) The evidence supporting each argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The evidence supporting each argument. 18. True or False:A thesis statement should be a general statement of fact. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 19. This is a real world example A) Smart teens use "I'm Cool" Toothpaste. Be like all the smart teens. B) A study by The Dental Association found 46% of toothbrushes are used too long. C) Most adults have 32 teeth. D) Sally has used Smile toothpaste since she was 5 years old, and she has never had a cavity in her life!. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Sally has used Smile toothpaste since she was 5 years old, and she has never had a cavity in her life!. 20. An author's position is A) Why the other side's opinion is wrong. B) The opposite opinion. C) What the author thinks or believes. D) Another name for argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) What the author thinks or believes. 21. For Argumentative Essay, you cannot introduce a new reason in your conclusion. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 22. The argument derives its conclusion by A) Main Point. B) Method of Reasoning. C) Role of Statement. D) Principle. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Method of Reasoning. 23. Which of the following is an example of a logical fallacy? A) Providing statistics. B) Quoting an expert. C) Ad hominem attack. D) Using a metaphor. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Ad hominem attack. 24. If Hector hates jazz, then he shouldn't play it A) It is an argument. B) It is not an argument. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It is not an argument. 25. In literary analysis, what is the purpose of identifying the author's tone? A) To summarize the plot. B) To understand the author's attitude. C) To list characters. D) To describe the setting. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To understand the author's attitude. 26. A counterargument for the claim:Students Should Be Allowed to Chew Gum in School is ..... A) Some teachers believe that chewing gum is a distraction. B) Chewing gum helps students concentrate. C) Although some teachers believe that chewing gum is a distraction, it actually helps some students concentrate and focus. D) Chewing gum is beneficial for everyone. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Some teachers believe that chewing gum is a distraction. 27. What does the writter do in an argument text? A) The writer tries to get the reader to agree with their perspective with evidence. B) The writer gives a personal opinion about a topic to make the reader agree with their perspective. C) The writer writes an anecdote to illustrate and convice the reader of their point of view. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The writer tries to get the reader to agree with their perspective with evidence. 28. Which of the following principles most helps to justify the reasoning above? A) Main Point. B) Necessary Assumption. C) Principle. D) Method of Reasoning. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Principle. 29. What is meant by the contention? A) Central idea an editor is trying to persuade the writer to accept. B) Central idea an author is trying to persuade an audience to accept. C) General idea a politician is trying to persuade the electorate to accept. D) Central argument an author is trying to persuade an audience to disagree with. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Central idea an author is trying to persuade an audience to accept. 30. What is the writer's position on an issue or problem called? A) Claim. B) Counterargument. C) Evidence. D) Setting. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Claim. 31. According to the chart, there were three times as many Air Jordan's sold last year than any other type of shoe. A) Claim. B) Evidence. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Evidence. 32. In an argumentative essay, what is the primary purpose of the introduction? A) To present evidence supporting the main claim. B) To introduce the main claim and engage the reader. C) To provide detailed reasoning for the argument. D) To summarize the main points discussed. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To introduce the main claim and engage the reader. 33. Why is it important to evaluate the source of evidence in an argument? A) To ensure that the summary is accurate. B) To assess the reliability and authority of the evidence. C) To make the argument longer and more detailed. D) To align the evidence with the writer's personal opinion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To assess the reliability and authority of the evidence. 34. Which one of the following best characterizes the argument's error of reasoning? A) Flaw. B) Weaken. C) Point at Issue. D) Main Point. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Flaw. 35. If I use numbers and statistics to support my assertion, which appeal am I using? A) Pathos. B) Ethos. C) Chronos. D) Logos. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Logos. 36. What are statements or pieces of evidence that back up your opinion A) Fact. B) Support. C) Opinion. D) Audience. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Support. 37. Why might someone use an emotional appeal instead of an argument? A) To make the conclusion indisputable. B) To provide clear evidence. C) To persuade without logical reasons. D) Because it is easier to prove. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To persuade without logical reasons. 38. When there is enough evidence to support a claim, there is ..... evidence. A) Sound. B) Lacking. C) Waning. D) Sufficient. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Sufficient. 39. True or false? Your job is to take apart an argument and judge the argument, reasoning and evidence. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 40. Which one is NOT an author's purpose? A) Evaluate. B) Inform. C) Entertain. D) Persuade. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Evaluate. 41. How can you engage the audience in a hortatory exposition? A) Avoid eye contact with the audience. B) Use persuasive language, motivational appeals, rhetorical questions, vivid imagery, emotional anecdotes, interactive elements, and a positive tone. C) Use technical jargon and complex language. D) Include controversial and offensive statements. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Use persuasive language, motivational appeals, rhetorical questions, vivid imagery, emotional anecdotes, interactive elements, and a positive tone. 42. ATTITUDEWriters want to gain another "vote" so they "go after" readers more aggressively. It is personal, passionate, and emotional. A) Argumentative. B) Persuasive. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Persuasive. 43. Which part of an argument is what you think is TRUE based on what you know and your research? A) Evidence. B) Claim. C) Reasoning. D) Counterclaim. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Claim. 44. Country corn flakes and werid Watsons are both (a) A) A. alliteration. B) Simile. C) Metaphor. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A. alliteration. 45. After using your phone in class WAY too much, your teacher finally called home about your phone use. When you got home and your mom threatened to ground you from your phone and you said "Mom, what if there is a gunman at school, and I have no way to communicate with you aside from my phone?" What rhetorical strategy did you use to persuade your mom to let you keep your phone? A) Ethos. B) Pathos. C) Logos. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Pathos. 46. You can never give anyone a break. If you do, they'll walk all over you."This an example of a Slippery Slope Fallacy. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 47. Your position or opinion on a topic is ..... A) A claim. B) Textual evidence. C) A rebuttal. D) A direct quote. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A claim. 48. An argument must have at least ..... premise(s). A) 4. B) 1. C) 3. D) 2. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 1. 49. What is the main purpose of an analytical exposition? A) To entertain the audience with jokes and anecdotes. B) To confuse the audience with contradictory statements. C) To bore the audience with irrelevant information. D) To persuade the audience through logical arguments and evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To persuade the audience through logical arguments and evidence. 50. The nutritional facts show that Coke has less sugar than Pepsi. A) Claim. B) Evidence. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Evidence. 51. Which of the following questions would be most helpful in analyzing an argument? A) What is the main claim and how is it supported?. B) What is the author's favorite color?. C) How many pages is the text?. D) What font is used in the text?. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) What is the main claim and how is it supported?. 52. In the context of reading arguments, what does the term 'bias' refer to? A) A neutral perspective. B) An unfair preference or prejudice. C) A logical fallacy. D) A statistical error. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) An unfair preference or prejudice. 53. Children should be taught not to steal because it is wrong. They should not be taught not to steal because there is a rule against stealing. A) Argument. B) Non-argument. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Argument. 54. Which of the following is NOT an Assumption Family Question? A) Main Point. B) Sufficient Assumption. C) Flaw. D) Weaken. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Main Point. 55. Which of the following is NOT listed as a transition word or phrase in the document? A) Moreover. B) Nevertheless. C) Including. D) Therefore. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Including. 56. Evaluate means ..... A) To compare. B) To explain. C) To make a claim. D) To judge. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To judge. 57. What are the two main parts of an introductory paragraph? A) Background Information and Thesis/Assertion. B) Thesis/Assertion and Conclusion. C) Background Information and Summary. D) Supporting Arguments and Examples. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Background Information and Summary. 58. Authors who have evidence make their arguments stronger. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 59. In a speech or piece of writing, the premise or main idea that is supported by details and commentary A) Thesis/Controlling idea. B) Claim. C) Rebuttal. D) Key idea. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Thesis/Controlling idea. 60. When an ad or commercial uses statistics and facts ..... it is appealing to A) Your sense of reason. B) Your emotions. C) Your memory. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Your sense of reason. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesAdvanced QuizzesGrammar QuizzesArguments Quiz 1Arguments Quiz 2Arguments Quiz 3Arguments Quiz 4Arguments Quiz 5Arguments Quiz 7Arguments Quiz 8Arguments Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books