Question 1

A(n) _____ is an attempt to persuade a reader to think or act in a certain way.

Accepted Answer

A)  argument 
B)  description 
C)  narrative 
D)  process 
A)  argument 
B)  description 
C)  narrative 
D)  process A

Question 2

In an argument, you take a stand and support it with _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  reasons 
B)  definitions 
C)  descriptions 
D)  causes 
A)  reasons 
B)  definitions 
C)  descriptions 
D)  causes A

Question 3

Select the best support for the following topic sentence: Household pets should not be allowed on airplanes.

Accepted Answer

A)  Some passengers don't like cats. 
B)  Pets could get out of their carrying cases, run up and down the aisles, and pose added safety concerns for the plane's crew and passengers; thereby, they could increase the risk of a plane crash. 
C)  Barking dogs are irritating. 
D)  Pets might get motion sickness. 
A)  Some passengers don't like cats. 
B)  Pets could get out of their carrying cases, run up and down the aisles, and pose added safety concerns for the plane's crew and passengers; thereby, they could increase the risk of a plane crash. 
C)  Barking dogs are irritating. 
D)  Pets might get motion sickness. B

Question 4

Which of the following is not a hint for writing a topic sentence for an argument paragraph?

Accepted Answer

A)  Consider the audience. 
B)  Pick a topic that most readers have experience with. 
C)  Pick a topic you can handle. 
D)  Take a stand on the topic. 
A)  Consider the audience. 
B)  Pick a topic that most readers have experience with. 
C)  Pick a topic you can handle. 
D)  Take a stand on the topic.

Question 5

Give two reasons to support each point.
-Topic sentence: The cafeteria should install vending machines.

Accepted Answer

ending machine food is less ex

Question 6

Which of the following is not a transition to use for emphasis in an argument?

Accepted Answer

A)  finally 
B)  after 
C)  next 
D)  primarily 
A)  finally 
B)  after 
C)  next 
D)  primarily

Question 7

Give two reasons to support each point.
-Topic sentence: School officials should conduct random searches of school lockers.

Accepted Answer

Searches might uncov

Question 8

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs.
OK - good topic sentence
L - too large or research required
A - announcement
S - does not take a stand
-____ Senior citizens are often the victims of scams.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Label the following topic sentences for argument...

Question 9

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs.
OK - good topic sentence
L - too large or research required
A - announcement
S - does not take a stand
-____ Drinking and driving is a serious problem.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Label the following topic sentences for argument...

Question 10

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs.
OK - good topic sentence
L - too large or research required
A - announcement
S - does not take a stand
-____ Vending machines selling junk food should be removed from elementary schools.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Label the following topic sentences for argument...

Question 11

Select the best support for the following topic sentence: Parents should not spank children because childhood spankings result in angry, violent, dysfunctional adults.

Accepted Answer

A)  Some dysfunctional adults were not spanked as children. 
B)  Sometimes spanking doesn't hurt kids. 
C)  Research indicates that children who received spankings were twice as likely once they became adults to be convicted of a violent crime. 
D)  My next-door neighbor was spanked as a child, yet he is the kindest person on my block. 
A)  Some dysfunctional adults were not spanked as children. 
B)  Sometimes spanking doesn't hurt kids. 
C)  Research indicates that children who received spankings were twice as likely once they became adults to be convicted of a violent crime. 
D)  My next-door neighbor was spanked as a child, yet he is the kindest person on my block.

Question 12

Place an X beside reasons that overlap.
-Topic sentence: Teachers in public schools deserve salary increases.

Accepted Answer

A) Teachers are required to perform school-related activities after work. 
B) Teachers provide a valuable service, yet they are grouped with the lowest- paid professionals in the country. 
C) Many teachers grade papers and prepare for the next day's classes at home. 
D) A salary increase would help to reduce teacher shortages in schools. 
A) Teachers are required to perform school-related activities after work. 
B) Teachers provide a valuable service, yet they are grouped with the lowest- paid professionals in the country. 
C) Many teachers grade papers and prepare for the next day's classes at home. 
D) A salary increase would help to reduce teacher shortages in schools.

Question 13

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs.
OK - good topic sentence
L - too large or research required
A - announcement
S - does not take a stand
-____ Texting while driving is becoming increasingly common.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Label the following topic sentences for argument...

Question 14

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs.
OK - good topic sentence
L - too large or research required
A - announcement
S - does not take a stand
-____ Patricia Murphy should be elected as city councilwoman.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Label the following topic sentences for argument...

Question 15

Place an X beside the reason that is not specific.
-State officials need to increase the punishment for "driving under the influence" offenses.

Accepted Answer

A) Accidents and deaths caused by drunk drivers will decrease. 
B) Drivers will be more likely to appoint designated drivers. 
C) Clubs and bars would be affected. 
A) Accidents and deaths caused by drunk drivers will decrease. 
B) Drivers will be more likely to appoint designated drivers. 
C) Clubs and bars would be affected.

Question 16

Which of the following is a good topic sentence for an argument paragraph?

Accepted Answer

A)  There are several types of tropical fruit that can be grown in cold weather. 
B)  I learned diligence, patience, and reverence while working at the monastery. 
C)  Several months ago, I got my first part-time job. 
D)  Teenagers should not attend college right after they graduate from high school because many teens would benefit from a year of travel and exploration. 
A)  There are several types of tropical fruit that can be grown in cold weather. 
B)  I learned diligence, patience, and reverence while working at the monastery. 
C)  Several months ago, I got my first part-time job. 
D)  Teenagers should not attend college right after they graduate from high school because many teens would benefit from a year of travel and exploration.

Question 17

To _____ a point means to admit that the other side has a point.

Accepted Answer

A)  refute 
B)  concede 
C)  accomodate 
D)  collate 
A)  refute 
B)  concede 
C)  accomodate 
D)  collate

Question 18

Which of the following is not a transition for an argument paragraph?

Accepted Answer

A)  in comparison 
B)  most important 
C)  however 
D)  primarily 
A)  in comparison 
B)  most important 
C)  however 
D)  primarily

Question 19

To _____ means to prove that an objection isn't valid.

Accepted Answer

A)  concede 
B)  validate 
C)  repose 
D)  refute 
A)  concede 
B)  validate 
C)  repose 
D)  refute

Question 20

Place an X beside the most significant reason in each list.
-Jacksonville should build a youth recreation center.

Accepted Answer

A)  The center will allow kids to meet new people. 
B)  By keeping them off the streets, the center will provide a safe environment where kids can play. 
C)  Kids can play sports instead of just watching television after school. 
A)  The center will allow kids to meet new people. 
B)  By keeping them off the streets, the center will provide a safe environment where kids can play. 
C)  Kids can play sports instead of just watching television after school.

Exam 10: Argument

A(n) _____ is an attempt to persuade a reader to think or act in a certain way.

In an argument, you take a stand and support it with _____.

Select the best support for the following topic sentence: Household pets should not be allowed on airplanes.

Which of the following is not a hint for writing a topic sentence for an argument paragraph?

Give two reasons to support each point. -Topic sentence: The cafeteria should install vending machines.

Which of the following is not a transition to use for emphasis in an argument?

Give two reasons to support each point. -Topic sentence: School officials should conduct random searches of school lockers.

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs. OK - good topic sentence L - too large or research required A - announcement S - does not take a stand -____ Senior citizens are often the victims of scams.

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs. OK - good topic sentence L - too large or research required A - announcement S - does not take a stand -____ Drinking and driving is a serious problem.

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs. OK - good topic sentence L - too large or research required A - announcement S - does not take a stand -____ Vending machines selling junk food should be removed from elementary schools.

Select the best support for the following topic sentence: Parents should not spank children because childhood spankings result in angry, violent, dysfunctional adults.

Place an X beside reasons that overlap. -Topic sentence: Teachers in public schools deserve salary increases.

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs. OK - good topic sentence L - too large or research required A - announcement S - does not take a stand -____ Texting while driving is becoming increasingly common.

Label the following topic sentences for argument paragraphs. OK - good topic sentence L - too large or research required A - announcement S - does not take a stand -____ Patricia Murphy should be elected as city councilwoman.

Place an X beside the reason that is not specific. -State officials need to increase the punishment for "driving under the influence" offenses.

Which of the following is a good topic sentence for an argument paragraph?

To _____ a point means to admit that the other side has a point.

Which of the following is not a transition for an argument paragraph?

To _____ means to prove that an objection isn't valid.

Place an X beside the most significant reason in each list. -Jacksonville should build a youth recreation center.

Writing a Paragraph

Illustration

Description

Narration

Process

Comparison or Contrast

Classification

Definition

Cause and Effect

Writing an Essay

Different Essay Patterns: Part I

Different Essay Patterns: Part II

Using Research to Strengthen Essays

Writing From Reading

The Simple Sentence

Beyond the Simple Sentence: Coordination

Avoiding Run-Ons and Comma Splices

Beyond the Simple Sentence: Subordination

Avoiding Sentence Fragments

Using Parallelism in Sentences

Using Adjectives and Adverbs

Correcting Problems With Modifiers

Using Verbs Correctly

Making Subjects and Verbs Agree

Using Pronouns Correctly: Agreement and Reference

Using Pronouns Correctly: Consistency and Case

Punctuation

Spelling

Words That Sound Alikelook Alike

Word Choice

Sentence Variety

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