English Test Chapter 17

That basketball is a very difficult sport to play

'College basketball players practice and play just as hard as professional players in the NBA. Therefore, they should be compensated, especially because they earn lots of money for the universities.' Which of the following is NOT an assumption based on this claim?

Failing to convince a skeptical reader.

If you choose not to effectively refute potential opposing views, what is a possible outcome of your writing?

When any idea is made to seem either better or worse than it actually is

What is an exaggeration when used as a rhetorical device?

To present reasons that will encourage people to accept the author's ideas

What is the purpose of a persuasive essay?

To use language to persuade the audience

What is the purpose of rhetorical devices?

It restates the argument and sums up the key reasons.

What is the purpose of the conclusion sentence in a persuasive essay?

Where they might arise naturally in the course of your argument.

Where should you choose to refute potential opposing views in a document?

Chiasmus

Which of the following occurs when a writer splits his or her sentence into two parts and the second part provides a mirror image of the first part?

Alliteration

Which of the following occurs when sounds are repeated at the beginning of words?

Reason

Which one of the main parts of an argument explains why?

Evidence

Which part of an argument gives proof that your main point is correct?

claim

Which part of an argument tells the main point?

Testimonial

You are watching television. A commercial comes on and shows a celebrity who claims that he used the product and loved it. What type of rhetorical technique is this?

Counterclaim

Sarah is about to ask her Mom for a new computer for college. She is preparing her argument, getting all her reasons together for why she needs a new computer. Sarah anticipates her Mom may say her old computer should do just fine, so Sarah spends time coming up with three reasons why her old computer won't be sufficient for her needs in college. What did Sarah anticipate from her Mom?

Some people claim that they don't like the taste of water. For them, flavoring water with drops of lemon, chilling it in the freezer, or drinking small glasses throughout the day followed by a more desirous beverage may help with consumption.

Which of the following represents the best example of dealing with disagreements in an argument?

Euphemism

Which technique consists of making something seem less important and deemphasizing it?

Reasons validate the claim and state why the audience should accept it.

Why are reasons important in an argument?

Recognizing these factors helps readers think critically to avoid being influenced about how they feel about people or things.

Why is it important for readers to identify stereotypes, biases, and assumptions in written work?

You can determine the best ways to arrange your points.

Why would you want to take the time to outline your paper before you write it?

Bandwagon

You are driving down the road and pass a billboard for a worldwide company. It reads 'Billions of customers served'. What type of rhetorical device is this?

You are working to prepare an argument that is both clear and concise. You have written several different sentences but need to select the option that best meets this requirement. Which of the following should be included in the final draft?

You are working to prepare an argument that is both clear and concise. You have written several different sentences but need to select the option that best meets this requirement. Which of the following should be included in the final draft?

Surprise the reader with something new in the conclusion.

You have completed the steps to organizing a great argument and are ready to write the essay. Which of the following should you AVOID doing while writing the piece?

Its content is valid, reliable, personalized and highly subjective.

All of the following are elements of an effective argument EXCEPT:

The writer's use of impartial language

All of the following indicators point to bias in written work EXCEPT:

Two

How many sentences should be used to summarize the main reasons and evidence at the end of a persuasive essay?

assumptions

Liza, a school librarian, believes a series of certain books should be made available to the students and that the principal has the authority to make that decision. Liza believes the books will encourage students to think outside the box and read more just for fun. She expects the school administration and students to also hold these _____ as acknowledgement of her argument.

Providing enough data and evidence to effectively refute that point of view.

Proving that an idea is false or untrue in your writing involves doing what?

All of these

Rhetoric is communication that ____.

Attack the frailty of the opposing view.

Steve wants to write a convincing argument supporting the need for reducing carbon emissions from cars. Which of the following is NOT an approach he should use to write a good argument?

Statistics involving the argument topic.

What would be considered appropriate evidence in support of an argument?

Assumptions are facts that can be proven with evidence.

Which of the following statements about assumptions in written work is FALSE?

stereotype

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing is a(n) _____.

Main ideas

Which of the following elements should be restated in the last paragraph of a persuasive essay?

Make sure to show your bias.

Which of the following is NOT a step in writing a good argument?

Facebook has users all over the world.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a claim?

Third-hand information

Which of the following is NOT an example of valid evidence?

All of these

Which of the following is a category of rhetorical devices?

Hyperbole

Which of the following is a deliberate overstatement or exaggeration?

To prepare better for your argument

Why do you need to know what a counterclaim might be?

It asserts what will happen if the advice is ignored.

Why is a consequence statement crucial in the conclusion section of a persuasive essay?