This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Advanced > Syntax > Arguments – Quiz 4 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Arguments Quiz 4 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. 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. 2. What is supporting evidence? A) Anecdotes or personal experiences. B) Irrelevant information. C) Opinions or personal beliefs. D) Information or data used to back up or prove a claim or argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Information or data used to back up or prove a claim or argument. 3. What is the primary goal when comparing arguments in two different texts? A) To identify the stronger argument. B) To find grammatical errors. C) To determine the length of each text. D) To assess the use of literary devices. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To identify the stronger argument. 4. What is the primary purpose of using evidence in an argumentative essay? A) To entertain the reader. B) To confuse the reader. C) To support the writer's claims. D) To lengthen the essay. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To support the writer's claims. 5. What is meant by the intended effect? A) The way in which an argument may be persuaded to feel, act or think differently towards the issue. B) The way in which an audience is forced to feel, act or think differently towards the issue. C) The way in which an audience may be persuaded to feel, act or think differently towards the issue. D) The way in which an author may be persuaded to feel, act or think differently towards the context. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The way in which an audience may be persuaded to feel, act or think differently towards the issue. 6. ..... courts have general jurisdiction. A) Federal. B) State. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) State. 7. 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. 8. 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. 9. Which one is NOT a method of persuasive writing? A) Referencing authorities. B) Providing facts on a topic. C) Providing statistics or numbers. D) Using personal opinions. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Using personal opinions. 10. 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 are irrelevant to the main argument. D) They confuse the reader. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) They strengthen the main argument by addressing opposing views. 11. 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. 12. 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. 13. "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. 14. Which of the following best defines a counterargument in an essay? A) A statement that supports the main argument. B) A statement that opposes the main argument. C) A statement that summarizes the main argument. D) A statement that introduces the main argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A statement that opposes the main argument. 15. Which appeal often uses an authority figure or credible person? A) Pathos. B) Ethos. C) Logos. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Ethos. 16. Identify which type of fallacy does this conclusion convey.Kevin's grandparents do not know how to use a computer. Kevin thinks that all older people must be computer illiterate. A) Slippery Slope Fallacy. B) Overgeneralization Fallacy (Hasty Generalization Fallacy). C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Overgeneralization Fallacy (Hasty Generalization Fallacy). 17. A piece of evidence that is NOT related to the topic and should be ignored is known as ..... A) Relevant evidence. B) Irrelevant evidence. C) Sound evidence. D) Unsound evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Irrelevant evidence. 18. What is the purpose of a conclusion in an argumentative essay? A) To introduce new evidence. B) To restate the thesis and main points. C) To present the counterclaim. D) To provide a detailed analysis. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To restate the thesis and main points. 19. TECHNIQUEOpinions are blended with emotional appeals with some facts sprinkled in, all in an attempt to convince the reader that the writer is "right." A) Persuasive. B) Argumentative. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Persuasive. 20. Evidence for an argumentative essay can be A) How the author feels about a topic. B) Facts, statistics, or text evidence. C) The author's opinions. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Facts, statistics, or text evidence. 21. How can you identify an argument in a text? A) Look for statements or claims that are not supported by evidence or reasons. B) Identify the most emotional statements in the text. C) Focus on the opinions expressed by the author rather than the facts presented. D) Look for statements or claims that are supported by evidence or reasons. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Look for statements or claims that are supported by evidence or reasons. 22. In the context of an argument, what does the term 'reasoning' refer to? A) The emotional appeal to the audience. B) The logical connection between claims and evidence. C) The length of the argument. D) The number of claims made. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The logical connection between claims and evidence. 23. "Those who resist ..... deny that they are racists, but the truth is that their real motivation is racism, a belief in the inherent inferiority of African-Americans and people of mixed racial backgrounds, " said a judge. What fallacy does the judge commit? A) Ad hominem. B) Appeal to false authority. C) Dogmatism. D) Stacking the deck. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Ad hominem. 24. What is the social function of Analytical Exposition text? A) To persuade the reader that something is in the case. B) To persuade the reader that something should or should not be the case. C) To tell the reader about the past events. D) To amuse the reader. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To persuade the reader that something is in the case. 25. So I think it's about time for a bite to eat. Wegman's is a good choice. A) It is an argument. B) It is not an argument. C) All the above. D) None of the above. 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