AnswersEnglish IIIResearch Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1

Research Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1 — Quiz Answers

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Read this claim from an argumentative essay about zoos. Zoos help to protect endangered animals, and they are necessary for animal conservation. Which statement best represents a counterclaim to this claim?

A
Zoos can protect endangered animals from hunters, predators, and a variety of natural dangers.
B
Removing animals from the wild and placing them in zoos can contribute to the endangerment of their species.
C
Injured and sick animals can be rescued and rehabilitated at zoos.
D
Specialists can breed animals at zoos to increase their population.
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Read this claim from an argumentative essay about zoos. Zoos help to protect endangered animals, so they are necessary for animal conservation. Which piece of evidence, if true, would best support this claim?

A
Funding sources for zoos can be limited, and they often rely on donations from the public.
B
Removing animals from the wild and placing them in zoos can contribute to the endangerment of their species.
C
Specialists can breed animals at zoos to help increase their population.
D
Many animals die prematurely in zoos because they are exposed to diseases.
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Which list best describes the organization of an argumentative essay?

A
thesis, reasons, evidence, counterclaim, conclusion
B
thesis, description, evidence, conclusion
C
thesis, description, supporting details, conclusion
D
thesis, counterclaims, reasons, conclusion
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Read this claim from an argumentative essay about high-sugar foods. High-sugar foods should have the same sales restrictions as other harmful substances, such as alcohol and tobacco. Which statement best represents a counterclaim to this claim?

A
Studies have shown that sugar can be addictive.
B
Sugar is cheaper to buy than alcohol and tobacco.
C
Consuming too much sugar over time can lead to diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
D
Sugar is a nutrient that the body uses as a source of energy; alcohol and tobacco are not.
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Evidence to support a claim in an argumentative essay should be part of the

A
body paragraphs.
B
thesis statement.
C
introductory paragraph.
D
concluding paragraph.
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Which sentence best demonstrates an appropriate style for an argumentative essay?

A
Increasing taxes would place an unnecessary hardship on the citizens and should be avoided.
B
Local legislative bodies are tasked with generating revenue to manage the needs of their districts.
C
Taxes are already out of control; it is unbelievable that the legislature is considering an increase.
D
Anyone who believes we should increase taxes is incapable of logical reasoning and should be discounted.
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Read this claim from an argumentative essay about high-sugar foods. High-sugar foods should have the same sales restrictions as other harmful substances, such as tobacco. Which statement best represents a counterclaim to this claim?

A
Studies have shown that sugar can be addictive.
B
Sugar is cheaper to buy than tobacco.
C
Sugar is a nutrient that the body uses as a source of energy; tobacco is not.
D
Consuming too much sugar over time can lead to diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

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