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Lesson Five: Writing a Research-Based Argumentative Essay about a Debatable Topic Answers

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Which best defines a logical fallacy?

A
an error in reasoning
B
credit given to an author for his or her ideas
C
an opposing argument
D
evidence based on scientific research
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Read the claim.School uniforms diminish students’ individuality and creativity and have no place in the school system.Which evidence best supports the claim? Select two options.

A
A student’s choice of clothing is protected by the First Amendment of the US Constitution, since dress is a form of expression.
B
A University of Houston study found that girls’ language test scores rose by about 3 percent after uniforms were introduced.
C
Students at high schools across the nation struggle daily with the decision of what to wear, a decision that plagues adults as well.
D
The enforcement of uniforms contradicts the ideas presented in the schools about freedom fighters like Susan B. Anthony.
E
One recent study found that school uniforms had no effect on behavioral issues, but they had a negative effect on academic performance.
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Where should the writer include a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

A
as part of the evidence for the claim
B
immediately following the initial claim
C
after the supporting evidence for the claim
D
as part of the conclusion for the argument
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Read the passage from an argumentative essay.Many endangered species are currently threatened by climate change. There are some laws already in place, but are they effective enough? Anyone with a conscience knows that these creatures deserve the chance to survive without outside threats impeding their survival. I suppose this is a tough decision for lawmakers, but I hope they choose wisely.

A
The claim is ineffective because the language used is unclear and the reasoning does not strongly support it.
B
The claim is unsuccessful because most people will not agree with the opinion and reasoning stated in the claim.
C
The claim is logical because it makes sense and the reasoning used to support it is plausible, varied, and effective.
D
The claim is compelling because there is variety in the supporting evidence and the call to action is powerful.
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Which sentences should be removed or revised to eliminate logical fallacies and improve clarity? Select two options.

A
sentence 1
B
sentence 2
C
sentence 3
D
sentence 4
E
sentence 5
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What is an effective claim in an argumentative essay?

A
a true statement that can be proven using facts and cannot be countered
B
a direct statement that gives an opinion and includes at least two types of evidence
C
a brief statement that summarizes the major reasons and evidence in an argument
D
a clear statement that can be argued in favor of or against using reasoning
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Read the passage.(1) Standardized testing in education is clearly the most effective way to assess a wide range of students to gauge their progress. (2) Many have feared that using these tests will take away from true academic growth and creative thought. (3) This, quite simply, is not the case. (4) Standardized testing is a reliable and objective way to measure student achievement, and many tests actually encourage innovative thinking. (5) One long-term analysis of standardized testing found that over 90 percent of studies done on this type of assessment showed a positive effect on student achievement. (6) This fact alone is enough to calm the fears and anxieties of standardized-testing opponents.

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sentence 2
B
sentence 4
C
sentence 5
D
sentence 6
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Read the claim.Human bodies have developed over time to support a vegetarian diet.Which sentence provides the best supporting evidence for the claim?

A
Because humans have evolved over millions of years, it makes sense that our diet has evolved as well.
B
I can feel the negative effects of meat and its excess vitamins when I consume meat products.
C
The length of human intestines is better suited to digest food derived from plants than to digest meat.
D
Human taste buds have matured throughout history in a way that makes people crave the flavor of meat.

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