Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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 
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 A

Question 3

Before you write an argument, you should _____.

Accepted Answer

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 
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 B

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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. 
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 5

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

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.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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 
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 10

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.).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

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

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

Before you write an argument, you should _____.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.).

Introduction to Critical Thinking

Recognizing Arguments

Basic Logical Concepts

Language

Logical Fallaciesi

Logical Fallaciesii

Analyzing Arguments

Evaluating Arguments and Truth Claims

A Little Categorical Logic

A Little Propositional Logic

Inductive Reasoning

Finding, Evaluating, and Using Sources

Thinking Critically About the Media

Science and Pseudoscience

Filters

Exam 13: Writing Argumentative Essays

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

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

Before you write an argument, you should _____.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.).

Introduction to Critical Thinking

Recognizing Arguments

Basic Logical Concepts

Language

Logical Fallaciesi

Logical Fallaciesii

Analyzing Arguments

Evaluating Arguments and Truth Claims

A Little Categorical Logic

A Little Propositional Logic

Inductive Reasoning

Finding, Evaluating, and Using Sources

Thinking Critically About the Media

Science and Pseudoscience

Filters