Understanding Argumentative Writing Quiz
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Which of the following statements accurately describes argumentative writing?

  • It presents the writer's perspective and supporting evidence.
  • It uses emotive language to persuade readers to agree with the writer's opinions.
  • It typically concludes with a call to action.
  • All of the above. (correct)
  • Which type of writing is focused on persuading readers to agree with the writer's opinion or perspective?

  • Argumentative writing
  • Persuasive writing (correct)
  • Informative writing
  • Descriptive writing
  • What persuasive technique suggests that since many others have accepted an idea, the reader should also accept it?

  • Rhetorical question
  • Bandwagon (correct)
  • Repetition
  • Appeal to authority
  • Which persuasive writing technique uses a question to emphasize the obvious and make the reader reflect?

    <p>Rhetorical question</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Besides knowledge about the topic, what is an important aspect to consider when writing a persuasive or argumentative essay?

    <p>Knowing the target audience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an acceptable evidence to support one's point in persuasive or argumentative writing?

    <p>Opinions of random people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It involves analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information or evidence to give a solid support to the argument. Diane Dimond wrote on her blog, 'And once robbed of their self- esteem they can suffer from mental and physical problems, drop out of school and even commit suicide.' No one likes the way insults feel, and this is why bullies are criminals. It usually ends with a call to action. Slow internet speed in the Philippines is a problem in ensuring quality education. The country fell six notches to 121 out of 139 countries, its 12.09 mbps far below the global average of 30.89 mbps, this is why Filipino learners cannot keep up with international standards. It aims to make the readers acknowledge the truthfulness of the writer's claims,

    <p>argumentative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It involves analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information or evidence to give a solid support to the argument. Diane Dimond wrote on her blog, 'And once robbed of their self- esteem they can suffer from mental and physical problems, drop out of school and even commit suicide.' No one likes the way insults feel, and this is why bullies are criminals. It usually ends with a call to action. Slow internet speed in the Philippines is a problem in ensuring quality education. The country fell six notches to 121 out of 139 countries, its 12.09 mbps far below the global average of 30.89 mbps, this is why Filipino learners cannot keep up with international standards. It aims to make the readers acknowledge the truthfulness of the writer's claims,

    <p>persuasive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It involves analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information or evidence to give a solid support to the argument. Diane Dimond wrote on her blog, 'And once robbed of their self- esteem they can suffer from mental and physical problems, drop out of school and even commit suicide.' No one likes the way insults feel, and this is why bullies are criminals. It usually ends with a call to action. Slow internet speed in the Philippines is a problem in ensuring quality education. The country fell six notches to 121 out of 139 countries, its 12.09 mbps far below the global average of 30.89 mbps, this is why Filipino learners cannot keep up with international standards. It aims to make the readers acknowledge the truthfulness of the writer's claims,

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    It involves analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information or evidence to give a solid support to the argument. Diane Dimond wrote on her blog, 'And once robbed of their self- esteem they can suffer from mental and physical problems, drop out of school and even commit suicide.' No one likes the way insults feel, and this is why bullies are criminals. It usually ends with a call to action. Slow internet speed in the Philippines is a problem in ensuring quality education. The country fell six notches to 121 out of 139 countries, its 12.09 mbps far below the global average of 30.89 mbps, this is why Filipino learners cannot keep up with international standards. It aims to make the readers acknowledge the truthfulness of the writer's claims,

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    It involves analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information or evidence to give a solid support to the argument. Diane Dimond wrote on her blog, 'And once robbed of their self- esteem they can suffer from mental and physical problems, drop out of school and even commit suicide.' No one likes the way insults feel, and this is why bullies are criminals. It usually ends with a call to action. Slow internet speed in the Philippines is a problem in ensuring quality education. The country fell six notches to 121 out of 139 countries, its 12.09 mbps far below the global average of 30.89 mbps, this is why Filipino learners cannot keep up with international standards. It aims to make the ______s acknowledge the truthfulness of the writer's claims,

    <p>reader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Argumentative Writing

    • Argumentative writing aims to persuade readers to agree with the writer's opinion.

    Persuasive Techniques

    • Bandwagon: Suggests that since many others have accepted an idea, the reader should too.
    • Rhetorical Question: Uses a question to emphasize the obvious and make the reader reflect.

    Writing a Persuasive Essay

    • Besides knowledge about the topic, strong evidence is crucial for persuasive writing.
    • Evidence can include facts, statistics, expert opinions, and personal anecdotes.
    • Anecdotal evidence may be acceptable for supporting a point but should be used with caution.

    Bullying

    • Bullying can lead to psychological and physical problems, including dropping out of school and suicide.

    Internet Speed in the Philippines

    • The Philippines' internet speed is significantly below the global average, impacting education quality.
    • The country ranked 121 out of 139 countries, with a speed of 12.09 mbps compared to the global average of 30.89 mbps.

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    Test your knowledge on argumentative writing by answering questions related to its definition, purpose, and techniques. Learn about how argumentative writing aims to present the writer's side about an issue with supporting evidence and persuade the readers to agree with the writer's opinion.

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