Evaluating an Argument

Question 1

What is the best summary of the author’s claim?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: Rock lyrics can be like poetry.

Question 2

Which piece of evidence supports the claim that Dylan’s rock lyrics are like poetry?

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B: His lyrics feature internal rhyme.

Question 3

Which arguments logically support their claims with relevant evidence? Check all that apply.Eggs are not good for one’s health. Both my aunt and my best friend say that eggs are high in cholesterol.If we allow people in the city to keep chickens, then people will start keeping goats, sheep, cows, and other livestock.The current mayor is ineffective. He has not brought new business to the city and does not respond to constituents’ concerns.The politician is not qualified for office because she was arrested in college for anti-war protests and has very strong opinions.Increasing the minimum wage benefits the economy. Since our town increased the minimum wage, local businesses are showing a 10 percent increase in profits.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: The current mayor is ineffective. He has not brought new business to the city and does not respond to constituents’ concerns.; E: Increasing the minimum wage benefits the economy. Since our town increased the minimum wage, local businesses are showing a 10 percent increase in profits.

Question 4

Which statement best evaluates the reasoning of this paragraph?

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A: The reasoning is illogical because it just restates the claim.

Question 5

Valentina is writing a paragraph to evaluate an argument about the destructive uses of palm oil. Which of her drafted thesis statements is most effective?

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D: Josie Zhang effectively argues about the destructive nature of palm oil in her article “Palm Oil Is a Danger.”

Question 6

Which element is missing from this evaluation?

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D: evaluation of evidence

Question 7

Which statement would be an effective conclusion for the evaluation of an article on the potential threat of technology?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D: Therefore, Wilson's argument that technology makes it more difficult for students to concentrate is thoroughly researched and provides ample supporting evidence.

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