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Structure & Claims
Comparing Passages
Strength of Arguments
100

What is the purpose of a counterclaim in an argumentative passage?

  • A) To introduce a new topic
  • B) To present an opposing viewpoint before refuting it 
  • C) To summarize the argument
  • D) To appeal only to emotions

B) To present an opposing viewpoint before refuting it ✅

100

If two passages present opposing views on electric vehicles, what would be the best way to compare their arguments?

  • A) Determine which passage uses more technical terms
  • B) Identify how each passage supports its claims with evidence 
  • C) See which passage has more persuasive language
  • D) Count how many times "electric vehicles" is mentioned

B) Identify how each passage supports its claims with evidence ✅

100

Why is it important to consider the author’s background when evaluating an argument?

  • A) It determines if the author is biased or credible 
  • B) It reveals if the author has ever written an argument before
  • C) It shows the author's writing style preferences
  • D) It helps determine how many people agree with them

A) It determines if the author is biased or credible ✅

200

If an author organizes an argument using a cause-and-effect structure, what is the primary goal?

  • A) To explain how one event leads to another 
  • B) To describe a sequence of events in order
  • C) To list different perspectives without taking a stance
  • D) To persuade the reader using emotional appeals

A) To explain how one event leads to another ✅

200

Passage A argues that "social media harms mental health," while Passage B argues that "social media builds connections." Which rhetorical appeal does Passage B most likely use?

  • A) Logos – logical reasoning and statistics
  • B) Pathos – emotional stories and experiences 
  • C) Ethos – credibility from expert opinions
  • D) Satire – humor to prove a point

B) Pathos – emotional stories and experiences ✅

200

If an author only uses emotional appeals without facts or statistics, how does that affect the strength of their argument?

  • A) It strengthens the argument because emotions are persuasive
  • B) It weakens the argument because there is no factual support 
  • C) It has no impact on the argument
  • D) It makes the argument more logical

B) It weakens the argument because there is no factual support ✅

300

Which transition word would BEST signal the introduction of a counterargument?

  • A) Furthermore
  • B) On the other hand 
  • C) For example
  • D) As a result

B) On the other hand ✅

300

Two articles discuss climate change—one supports renewable energy, while the other favors fossil fuels. What strategy would be MOST useful in determining which argument is stronger?

  • A) Checking if the author uses complex vocabulary
  • B) Evaluating the credibility of each source's evidence 
  • C) Comparing the number of paragraphs in each article
  • D) Seeing which article has more rhetorical questions

B) Evaluating the credibility of each source's evidence ✅

300

What makes an argument weaker?

  • A) Using relevant and reliable evidence
  • B) Ignoring opposing viewpoints 
  • C) Including multiple perspectives
  • D) Structuring ideas logically

B) Ignoring opposing viewpoints ✅

400

An author claims that "reducing screen time improves mental focus." What would be the strongest type of evidence to support this claim?

  • A) A personal anecdote about how they focused better after reducing screen time
  • B) A study showing students who limit screen time perform better on cognitive tests 
  • C) A social media poll asking people if they feel focused
  • D) A statement from a celebrity who avoids technology

B) A study showing students who limit screen time perform better on cognitive tests ✅

400

If one passage claims "technology is making people less social" and another states "technology improves communication," what is the best way to analyze their perspectives?

  • A) Identify the key points where they agree and disagree 
  • B) Focus only on the conclusion of each passage
  • C) Ignore any statistical evidence presented
  • D) Determine which passage is easier to read

A) Identify the key points where they agree and disagree ✅

400

Which of the following would be the strongest way to challenge an argument?

  • A) Pointing out spelling and grammar mistakes
  • B) Finding flaws in the logic or lack of supporting evidence 
  • C) Disagreeing without providing counterevidence
  • D) Stating that the argument is too complex to analyze

B) Finding flaws in the logic or lack of supporting evidence ✅