PRAXIS PRAXIS Core Academic Skills: Writing

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

Accepted Answer

To state the writer's main claim and position

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To summarize the entire essay

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To list supporting evidence

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To introduce background information

Question 2

Which paragraph structure best supports a well-organized argumentative essay?

Accepted Answer

Introduction, body paragraphs with evidence, conclusion

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Conclusion, evidence, introduction

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Evidence, introduction, body paragraphs

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Introduction, conclusion, body paragraphs

Question 3

What is the function of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

Accepted Answer

To state the main idea of the paragraph and connect it to the thesis

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To conclude the paragraph's argument

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To introduce a new topic unrelated to the thesis

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To provide a transitional phrase only

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a counterargument in an essay?

Accepted Answer

A perspective that opposes the writer's position, which the writer then addresses

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An argument that supports the thesis

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A restatement of the thesis

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A piece of evidence supporting the main claim

Question 5

In an argumentative essay, what does 'concession' mean?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledging a valid point made by the opposing side

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Providing a final summary of all arguments

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Introducing new evidence at the end

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Restating the thesis in different words

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

Accepted Answer

To restate the thesis and summarize how evidence supports it

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To introduce new arguments not previously discussed

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To provide additional evidence for the main claim

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To list all sources used in the essay