Argumentative vs Persuasive Flashcards
What is the main difference between persuasive and argumentative writing in terms of perspective?
a) Persuasive writing presents one side, while argumentative writing develops multiple sides.
b) Argumentative writing avoids evidence, while persuasive writing uses evidence.
c) Both styles only focus on one side of the argument.
d) Persuasive writing includes counterclaims, while argumentative writing does not.
a) Persuasive writing presents one side, while argumentative writing develops multiple sides.
In persuasive writing, how are the reasons typically organized?
a) From weakest to strongest reason.
b) Randomly arranged.
c) Starting with the second best and ending with the strongest reason
d) Starting with the weakest reason and ending with the strongest.
c) Starting with the second best and ending with the strongest reason
- Which point of view is commonly used in persuasive writing?
a) Second-person (“you”) and first-person (“I”).
b) Third-person only.
c) First-person only.
d) Any point of view.
a) Second-person (“you”) and first-person (“I”)
- What tone is generally AVOIDED in argumentative writing?
a) Calm and neutral.
b) Passionate and emotional.
c) Informative and formal.
d) Logical and evidence-based.
b) Passionate and emotional.
- What does argumentative writing replace opinions with?
a) Counterclaims and passionate remarks.
b) Logical arguments and evidence.
c) Emotional appeals and first-person narratives.
d) Anecdotes and rhetorical questions.
b) Logical arguments and evidence.
- What visual metaphor is used to describe persuasive writing?
a) A balanced scale.
b) A lopsided scale.
c) A pyramid.
d) A ladder.
b) A lopsided scale.
- In argumentative writing, where is the counterclaim typically addressed?
a) At the very end of the essay.
b) after the weakest reason.
c) After each main reason.
d) It is not addressed.
b) AFTER the weakest reason.
(#2, #3, counterclaim, #1)
- What is the primary purpose of researching in both persuasive and argumentative writing?
a) To gather personal anecdotes.
b) To gather evidence supporting the strongest position.
c) To write from a personal perspective.
d) To avoid any opposing viewpoints.
b) To gather evidence supporting the strongest position.
- How does persuasive writing often attempt to connect with the audience?
a) By addressing them directly (e.g., “you”).
b) By using a formal, detached tone.
c) By avoiding any emotional appeals.
d) By relying solely on evidence.
a) By addressing them directly (e.g., “you”).
(first-person & second person)
- What kind of evidence do both persuasive and argumentative writing rely on?
a) Personal opinions of the writer.
b) Research and sources from other authors.
c) Emotional anecdotes from the audience.
d) Hypothetical scenarios created by the writer.
b) Research and sources from other authors.
Subjectivity vs Objectivity
subjectivity is based on opinion, emotion, or feelings (persuasive)
objectivity is based on facts and info (argumentative)
