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Argument Test Review #2
By Abigail Fletcher
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Question 7
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a claim?
Middle School students should wear a uniform to school.
The Predators are an NHL hockey team.
Tom Brady should become the quarterback for the Tennessee Titans.
Traveling to Mars is a bad idea.
Question 1
1.
What is the author's claim?
A Hip-hop is a form of poetry.
B Hip-hop is the bridge between teachers and students.
C Shakespeare used to write old time hip-hop.
D Hip-hop should be taught as literature.
Question 2
2.
Which of the following is evidence to support the author's first point that hip-hop is a form of poetry?
A "This suggestion is not as odd as it may seem."
B "After all, hip-hop is simply another form of poetry, as are all song lyrics."
C "In addition, hip-hop lyrics deal with the same timeless themes as other forms of poetry, including heartache and the challenges of growing up."
Question 3
3.
Which source would NOT be a credible (valid) source to use to find evidence?
A A teacher who has incorporated hip-hop in the classroom.
B A student who wants to be a hip-hop artist one day.
C An article discussing the similarities beween poetry and hip-hop lyrics.
D An interview with a student who analyzed hip-hop lyrics in a literature class.
Question 4
4.
Which of the following sentences is the counterclaim?
A "Examining hip-hop songs in class can help teachers identify more closely with their students' interests, cultures, and life experiences.
B "The subject matter or lyrics of some hip-hop songs may be objectionable."
C "In turn, teachers can help students think critically about the lyrics and messages of their favorite songs."
Question 5
5.
Based on your answer to the previous question, which statement best presents the rebuttal to the counterclaim?
A "... teachers can find plenty of acceptable options to explore."
B "... our students therefore become more engaged, challenge, and informed."
C "In many ways, today's hip-hop artists are contemporary versions of Shakespeare ad Emily Dickinson, only with a modern, fresh perspective."
What three main items MUST an argument include? CHOOSE THREE.
claim
supporting reasons
fallacies
emotional appeal
counterargument
stereotype
D "In many ways, today's hip-hop artists are contemporary versions of Shakespeare and Emily Dickinson, only with a modern, fresh perspective."
D "Exploring hip-hop in class will strengthen students' critical thinking skills."
D "This suggestion is not as odd as it may seem."
