ELA ELA Argument and Persuasion 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is a 'logical fallacy' in an argument?
- A well-supported conclusion
- A flawed or deceptive reasoning error (Correct answer)
- A credible piece of evidence
- A strong counterargument
Correct answer: A flawed or deceptive reasoning error
A logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that weakens an argument, often misleading the audience.
Question 2: What does it mean to 'refute' a counterargument?
- To repeat the counterargument for emphasis
- To disprove or show the weakness of the opposing point (Correct answer)
- To agree with the opposing view
- To ignore the counterargument
Correct answer: To disprove or show the weakness of the opposing point
Refuting a counterargument means providing evidence or reasoning that shows it is incorrect or less valid.
Question 3: In persuasive writing, what is the purpose of a 'call to action'?
- To introduce the topic
- To urge the audience to do something specific (Correct answer)
- To summarize both sides of the argument
- To provide background information
Correct answer: To urge the audience to do something specific
A call to action is a direct request that urges the reader to take a specific step or make a change.
Question 4: Which sentence structure is most effective for building emphasis in persuasive writing?
- Compound sentences that list unrelated ideas
- Short, direct sentences to emphasize key points (Correct answer)
- Only long, complex sentences
- Passive voice throughout
Correct answer: Short, direct sentences to emphasize key points
Short, direct sentences can create emphasis and drive home key persuasive points effectively.
Question 5: What is the 'rebuttal' section of an argument?
- The section introducing the topic
- The section where the writer disproves the opposing view (Correct answer)
- The concluding paragraph
- The section listing all evidence
Correct answer: The section where the writer disproves the opposing view
The rebuttal is the section where the writer directly addresses and disproves the counterargument.
Question 6: What is 'bias' in the context of argumentative writing?
- Providing balanced perspectives
- An unfair preference that influences the presentation of information (Correct answer)
- Using strong evidence
- Presenting a clear thesis
Correct answer: An unfair preference that influences the presentation of information
Bias is a prejudice or one-sided perspective that leads to unfair or inaccurate presentation of information.
ELA ELA Argument and Persuasion 2
What is a 'logical fallacy' in an argument?