ELA ELA Argument and Persuasion 3

Question 1

Which of the following is the best example of a strong, specific thesis statement for an argumentative essay?

Accepted Answer

The government should regulate social media to protect teens from cyberbullying.

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This essay will discuss social media.

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Social media has both pros and cons.

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Social media is very popular today.

Question 2

What is the 'straw man' fallacy?

Accepted Answer

Misrepresenting the opponent's argument to make it easier to attack

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Attacking someone's character instead of their argument

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Assuming one event caused another

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Appealing to the majority opinion

Question 3

In an argument, what does 'conceding a point' mean?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledging that part of the opposing view has merit

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Ignoring the counterargument entirely

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Repeating your main claim

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Adding more evidence to your argument

Question 4

What is anaphora as a persuasive rhetorical device?

Accepted Answer

The repetition of a phrase at the beginning of successive clauses

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The repetition of a phrase at the end of sentences

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A direct comparison using 'like' or 'as'

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An exaggeration used for emphasis

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of an argumentative essay?

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To convince readers to agree with a particular position

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To entertain readers with a story

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To explain how something works

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To describe a personal experience

Question 6

What is the 'bandwagon' fallacy in an argument?

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Arguing something is true because many people believe it

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Assuming that because two events occurred together, one caused the other

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Attacking the opponent personally

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Using emotional language to manipulate the audience