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Argument Unit Test

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Argument Academic Vocabulary
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Which word matches the following definition:
Underground layer of rock that contains water

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Which word matches the following definition:
absolute language used to stir strong negative or positive emotions in the reader

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Which word matches the following definition:
tries to persuade the reader by using words that appeal to the reader's emotions instead of logic or reason

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Which word matches the following definition:
reasons and evidence to back up the claim

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Which word matches the following definition:
facts, expert opinions, examples, statistics, and/or anecdotes that support the claim

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Which word matches the following definition:
the author leaves out personal opinions and presents information in a factual, unbiased manner

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Which word matches the following definition:
the writer's position on an issue or problem

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Which word matches the following definition:
writing that includes the author's personal opinions, feelings, and/or beliefs

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Which word matches the following definition:
A position or viewpoint along with claims and evidence that support the claim

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Which word matches the following definition:
The process of burning something that produces heat and light.

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Which word matches the following definition:
the author's perspective on a topic

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Which word matches the following definition:
an opposing point of view on an issue

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Which word matches the following definition:
a shortage or lack of something

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Which word matches the following definition:
a response that refutes an argument; a comeback

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Which word matches the following definition:
the ability to change in order to survive and fit in with new circumstances

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Which word matches the following definition:
valid, logical reasons that are relevant and support the claim

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Which word matches the following definition:
a statement of factual evidence

Argument Notes: Analyzing the Elements of an Argument
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Which sentence in the text below states the writer's claim?
(1) Our community center is in dire need of improvement. (2) Residents have been complaining about it for months. (3) To begin with, much of the equipment should be replaced. (4) The children's sports gear is falling apart, and the exercise equipment is outdated. (5) Also, the swimming pool needs to be repainted.

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A ______________ is a statement that can be proved true.

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______________ are the documented record of someone's comments about a topic.

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______________ is a specific instance that illustrates a general idea.

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______________ is a fact given in number form.

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______________ is a brief story about an event that can be used to illustrate a point.

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Analyzing Evidence: Read the claim and reason below, then identify which evidence best supports the claim and reason.

Claim: A policy that bans cell phones from school grounds will cause more problems than it will solve.
Reason: Such a policy would upset parents who depend on cell phones to stay in touch with their children.

Which evidence best supports this claim and reason?

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Which sentence states the writer's claim?

(1) Is your computer acting up? (2) Have your efforts to fix it been useless? (3) Are you unsure of who to call? (4) Well, we're here to help. (5) Kayser Computer Care is the best choice to fix your computer woes. (6) Our technicians are incredibly experienced, and our rates are astoundingly reasonable.

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Read the paragraph, then determine which type of evidence is used in sentence 3 below.

(1) The school tardiness policy needs to be revised. (2) Students should not be punished for circumstances that are outside of their control. (3) For instance, the city buses tend to run late in the wintertime. (4) Students should not be forced to wake up an hour early just to be sure that they're not five minutes late.

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Which statement below is an emotional appeal?

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Read the following sentence and choose whether it is FACT or OPINION.

The Sweet Pickles' music is much better than that of the Wailing Wolverines.

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Read the following sentence and choose whether it is FACT or OPINION.

According to Music Today magazine, The Sweet Pickles have sold more albums than the Wailing Wolverines.

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SELECT ALL THAT APPLY:
Read the statements below and select any statements that include statistics.

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Read the statement below and determine whether it is an expert opinion.

Jeremy Soren from the Highway Safety Agency notes that crashes occur more often when two or more teens are in the car.

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Read the statement below and determine whether it is an expert opinion.

Dr. Holly Wilson, an emergency room physician at Lawn Hospital, reports that in the last ten years, she has seen more teens admitted with injuries from car wrecks.

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SELECT ALL THAT APPLY

Read the following sentences and select any of the statements that provide relevant support for this sentence:

We need better science programs in our schools.

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Which of the following sentences includes a statistic?

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Which of the following would NOT be considered good evidence to use in support of a claim?

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Which of the following is evidence in the form of an example?

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Which sentence offers evidence that is relevant and appropriate to the following claim?

Watching television can be good for students.

"Never Retreat" Selection Test -- Please refer to the text as needed.
For the following questions from the "Never Retreat" Selection Test, you may use the blank copy of the passage as needed.
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The author wrote "Never Retreat" most likely to --

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Read this sentence from paragraph 7.

People getting their first paved roads, safe water, electric lights, and refrigerators don't want to march backward any more than the West does.

How does the author counter this opinion? (Refer to the text if needed.)

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Read this sentence from paragraph 3.

With fossil fuels, new uses multiplied madly until we wove them into every corner of our lives.

Which claim does this support?

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Which words in paragraph 6 help the reader understand the meaning of scarcity?

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Read the sentence about the selection.

We need to become more self-sufficient ________ our dependence on fossil fuels and our highly integrated systems destroy the planet.

Which subordinating conjunction correctly fills the blank?

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What are two ways the author supports the claim that people try to maintain their standard of living at any cost?

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What is the most likely reason the author includes paragraph 9 in the selection?

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Which words from paragraph 13 help the reader understand what adaptability means?

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Read the sentence about the selection.

The burning of fossil fuels is the primary cause of climate change _________ it sends carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

Which subordinating conjunction correctly fills the blank?

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How do paragraphs 13 and 14 support the author's position about adaptability?

Quote Analysis
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Consider the following quote from "Never Retreat."

"Energy buys convenience. And convenience is addictive -- highly so. Each increased dosage quickly becomes the new minimum requirement."

Is the quote an example of a logical or emotional appeal?

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Which of the following quotes from "Never Retreat" is an example of loaded language?

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Consider the following quote from "Never Retreat."

"To keep employment up, we need people to keep buying bacon-flavored dental floss and Elvis Presley mouse pads and other nonessentials."

Is the quote an example of a subjective or objective point of view?