Argument Essay Check-Up

Question 1

Why is choosing strong words and language important in argumentative essay writing?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 2

"Schools should implement later start times to improve student health and academic performance."

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Main argument

Question 3

Which of the following would create the most formal or objective tone in your argumentative essay?

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Data & Statistics

Question 4

Explaining HOW evidence supports a claim.

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Reasoning

Question 5

With diabetes, I struggled to find affordable insulin. This personal made me an advocate for lower drug costs.

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Ethos (credibility)

Question 6

Strong writers will include various types of evidence and persuasive techniques to strengthen their argument.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

Provides context for an argument, and helps reader understand why a topic is important.

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Background Information

Question 8

A clear statement that outlines the main argument and often provides preview of claims is known as...

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Thesis

Question 9

Opposing viewpoints that challenge the writer's position.

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Background information

Question 10

As a doctor with 20 years of experience, I can confidently say that regular exercise reduces the risk of heart disease.

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Expert opinion

Question 11

Imagine a child suffering from hunger, going to bed with an empty stomach every night. Your donation can change that.

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Pathos (Emotion)

Question 12

Although, many claim one’s quality of sleep is more important than quantity of sleep, this is refuted by sleep studies.

Accepted Answer

Counterargument

Questions 12