ESL 151 - Reading and Composition » Fall 2022 » Reading Quiz 4 Argument

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Question #1
What is the purpose of an argument essay?
A.   To compare two things.
B.   to make a suggestion about a popular topic.
C.   to persuade and convince your reader that your opinion on a controversial topic is the better one.
D.   To argue two sides of a topic.
Question #2
Your thesis must be arguable. Meaning, it must take a side.
A.   True
B.   False
Question #3
What does having an "informed opinion" mean?
A.   that you are an expert on the topic and the reader should agree with you.
B.   that you understand both sides of the argument.
C.   that you know more about the topic than your opponent
Question #4
Your argument essay must include:
A.   An introduction, A refutation paragraph, A conclusion, A thesis, Point by point organization
B.   An introduction, A refutation paragraph, A conclusion, A thesis, 500 words in paragraph form.
C.   An introduction, Outside references , A conclusion, A thesis, 500 words in paragraph form
Question #5
Your essay should have an introduction that explains the topic and why it is controversial before giving your opinion on the topic.
A.   True
B.   False
Question #6
Your essay doesn't need to be in MLA format unless you use outside sources.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #7
Your conclusion should summarize the main points of the argument and restate the thesis.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #8
The refutation paragraph argues against your thesis.
A.   True
B.   False
Question #9
You should use all the strategies you learned in the Cause and Effect Essay and the Compare and Contrast essay to persuade your reader to agree with your point of view.
A.   False
B.   True

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