These questions are similar to the ones that will appear on this lesson's quiz. Make sure you know the concepts and skills suggested by these questions. Look back through this lesson to review key points if you answer any of these incorrectly.
What statement expresses the main idea of an argument?
- a reason
- a claim
- evidence
- expert testimony
The main idea of an argument is the claim, which consists of a general statement that is the writer's opinion.
The main idea of an argument is the claim, which consists of a general statement that is the writer's opinion.
The main idea of an argument is the claim, which consists of a general statement that is the writer's opinion.
The main idea of an argument is the claim, which consists of a general statement that is the writer's opinion.
Which statement about a claim is true?
- It is a fact about a topic.
- It is debatable.
- It is a statement of the writer’s personal taste or preference.
- It is the same thing as a reason.
The claim is a general statement of the writer's opinion, which is debatable and based on facts.
The claim is a general statement of the writer's opinion, which is debatable and based on facts.
The claim is a general statement of the writer's opinion, which is debatable and based on facts.
The claim is a general statement of the writer's opinion, which is debatable and based on facts.
Which statement below provides reasoning for the claim Bicyclists should be required to pass a test just as drivers are required to do?
- I’ve seen many unsafe cyclists in our city who flagrantly disobey traffic laws.
- Passing a test would make bicyclists safer on the road.
- Having to pass a test would ensure that bicyclists know the basics of bicycle safety and traffic laws.
- What’s fair for drivers is fair for bicyclists.
Evidence is a statement of fact that supports the writer's opinion.
Evidence is a statement of fact that supports the writer's opinion.
Evidence is a statement of fact that supports the writer's opinion.
Evidence is a statement of fact that supports the writer's opinion.
In any argument, what three things should a writer provide?
- claim, evidence, and reasons
- facts, statistics, and expert testimony
- opinion, evidence, and facts
- claim, opinions, and reasons
After making a claim, the writer should present logical reasons and factual evidence to back it up.
After making a claim, the writer should present logical reasons and factual evidence to back it up.
After making a claim, the writer should present logical reasons and factual evidence to back it up.
After making a claim, the writer should present logical reasons and factual evidence to back it up.
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