Deck 13: Writing Argumentative Essays

Question 1

In writing argumentative essays, one should consider and rebut opposing points of view.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Before you write an argument, you should _____.

A) write a sentence that expresses your claim
B) choose and narrow your topic and write a sentence that expresses your claim
C) choose and narrow your topic
D) None of the answers are correct

Answer 2

choose and narrow your topic and write a sentence that expresses your claim

Question 3

In writing argumentative essays, one should include only facts, not opinions.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

In choosing a topic for an argumentative essay, you should _____.

A) None of the answers are correct
B) choose a topic that you can manage to cover completely in the space allowed for your paper
C) choose a topic that is both controversial and interesting to you and that you can manage to cover completely in the space allowed for your paper
D) choose a topic that is both controversial and interesting to you

Question 5

A good method for generating ideas for an argumentative paper is to organize your argument around one of the standard developmental patterns for writing essays (narration, illustration, definition, etc.).

Question 6

According to the text, in writing the first draft of your argumentative essay, you should _____.

A) None of the answers are correct
B) edit your work
C) read what you've written and revise
D) read what you've written and revise and edit your work

Question 7

Writing takes place in three very broad stages, which are what you do before you actually begin writing the first draft, what you do when writing the first draft, and what you do after the first draft is completed.

Question 8

The central claim of an argumentative essay is called the _____.

A) subject sentence
B) topic
C) None of the answers are correct
D) thesis

Question 9

Which of the following is true of the body paragraphs in an argumentative essay?

A) One should start each body paragraph with a topic sentence and develop the paragraph with details that support the topic sentence.
B) One should start each body paragraph with a startling and controversial claim to grab the attention of the readers.
C) One should provide a brief conclusion for each body paragraph and attempt to summarize the main ideas discussed in the paragraph.
D) One should avoid using transitional tags at all costs.

Question 10

In writing short argumentative essays, it is usually not necessary to support one's argument with research.