Language and Composition: The Art of Voice (Muller and Whiting)

Chapter 3: Argumentation and Synthesis

Quiz

1
An opinion that can be justified by evidence and interpretation is known as a
A)warrant.
B)deduction.
C)claim.
D)counterargument.
2
The acknowledgment and handling of opposing viewpoints is called
A)refutation.
B)conclusion.
C)affirmation.
D)justification.
3
Which of these statements requires justification?
A)Education is valuable.
B)Higher education is expensive.
C)Home schooling is more effective than public schooling.
D)All of these answers are correct.
4
The fundamental purpose of argumentation is to appeal to
A)ethics.
B)reason.
C)emotion.
D)honesty.
5
Before writing an argumentative paper, you must first
A)analyze your audience.
B)form a rebuttal.
C)establish a tone.
D)organize the grounds for your claim.
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