This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Advanced > Syntax > Argument Structure – Quiz 3 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Argument Structure Quiz 3 (30 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) Some students use computers to do their homework. B) Microsoft computers are used by some students to do their homework. C) Computers are the most effective way for students to do homework. D) Computers are a technological tool. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Computers are the most effective way for students to do homework. 2. What does perspective mean? A) Point of view. B) Vision. C) Rebuttal. D) Ethos. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Point of view. 3. In an argumentative essay, a claim is something that is A) Asserted to be false. B) Proved false only. C) Asserted to be true. D) Proved either true or false. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Asserted to be true. 4. Your conclusion should include ..... A) A hook. B) New evidence. C) A counterargument. D) A call to action. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A call to action. 5. What should you do in your topic sentence? A) Support your reason with facts or examples. B) Introduce one reason. C) Tell how the evidence supports your claim. D) Wrap up the paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Introduce one reason. 6. Facts, statistics, and quotes are all types of ..... A) Evidence. B) Reasons. C) Reasoning. D) Argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Evidence. 7. What comes second in an introduction? A) Hook. B) Thesis. C) Background. D) Reasons. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Background. 8. 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. 9. 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. 10. 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. 11. What question do 'Warrants' answer in an argument? A) What's your proof?. B) What are you arguing?. C) Why does your evidence support your claim?. D) Just how sure are you?. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Why does your evidence support your claim?. 12. Which of these is NOT typically part of an argument's structure? A) Evidence. B) Claim. C) Entertainment. D) Reasoning. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Entertainment. 13. The following verbs should be used with which part of the structure:confirms, supports, rationalizes A) Exordium & Background. B) Partition. C) Confirmation. D) Refutation. E) So What. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Confirmation. 14. 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. 15. 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. 16. 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. 17. What are arguments against or limiting the scope of the claim called? A) Conditions of Rebuttal. B) Grounds. C) Warrants. D) Modal Qualifier. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Conditions of Rebuttal. 18. What question do 'Claims' answer in an argument? A) What's your proof?. B) What are you arguing?. C) Why does your evidence support your claim?. D) Just how sure are you?. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) What are you arguing?. 19. What is the term for the conclusions or positions in an argument, which often include a main claim and sub-claims? A) Grounds. B) Warrants. C) Claims. D) Backing. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Claims. 20. A rebuttal is A) An argument made against someone else's original argument. B) The main point or claim. C) The reason that supports the claim. D) An explanation as to why the opposing side of the argument is wrong. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) An explanation as to why the opposing side of the argument is wrong. 21. 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. 22. 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. 23. What does the hook do? A) It grabs the reader's attention. B) It gives basic information about the topic. C) It clearly states your position. D) It briefly reviews the main reasons. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It grabs the reader's attention. 24. 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. 25. Which of the following best describes a counterclaim? A) A statement that supports the main argument. B) A statement that provides factual evidence. C) A statement that opposes or disagrees with the main claim. D) A statement that summarizes the argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A statement that opposes or disagrees with the main claim. 26. 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. 27. Which of the following best helps you distinguish between fact and opinion? A) Checking if the statement can be proven true or false. B) Deciding if you agree with the statement. C) Seeing if the statement is interesting. D) Looking for the author's name. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Checking if the statement can be proven true or false. 28. 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. 29. 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. 30. What should you do first in a counterargument paragraph? A) Explain why their point is weak or incorrect. B) Mention why some people disagree with your claim. C) Provide evidence supporting your side. D) Explain how the evidence supports your claim. 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