Argument Writing Quiz

Question 1

Argument

Answer 1

a discussion in which reasons are put forward in support of and against a claim

Question 2

Rhetorical Appeals

Answer 2

qualities of an argument that make it persuasive

Question 3

Ethos

Answer 3

shows credibility of the author/speaker

Question 4

Pathos

Answer 4

the appeal to one’s emotions meant to trigger a emotional response

Question 5

Logos

Answer 5

the use a logic, reasons, facts, statistics, data, and numbers

Question 6

Claim

Answer 6

a thesis statement describing the position the writer is on an issue (a debatable statement that is the focus of the essay

Question 7

Counterclaim (aka concession)

Answer 7

restatement of valid arguments made by the opposing side

Question 8

Conclusion

Answer 8

restatement of major arguments

Question 9

Evidence

Answer 9

specific ideas supporting reasons

Question 10

Rebuttal (aka refutations)

Answer 10

explanation of why your claim is move valid than the counterclaims

Question 11

Reasons

Answer 11

main ideas supporting the claim

Question 12

What is the purpose of an argument essay?

Answer 12

To persuade the reader to change their point of view

Question 13

How can you appeal to Ethos?

Answer 13

Religion, patriotism, standards, humanitarianism

Question 14

How can you appeal to Pathos?

Answer 14

fear, pity/sympathy, sadness, disgust, happiness

Question 15

How can you appeal to Logos?

Answer 15

research findings, facts, statistics, expert opinion, test results

Question 16

What is the correct in-text citation for textual evidence from a novel?

Answer 16

(Author last name pg#)

Question 17

When writing about literature, which verb tense should you use?

Answer 17

Past tense

Question 18

When writing en essay for English class, which style guide should you use for a reference for formatting your document and the Works Cited page, etc.?

Answer 18

MLA Format