AnswersIC Sem B English 3Writing Workshop: Argumentative Essay

Writing Workshop: Argumentative Essay Answers

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Read the excerpt from a student’s argumentative essay.Students at Glenmore High demand an increase in the number of advanced placement classes. In order to compete with other college-bound students, we must have access to more rigorous courses. I mean, if we can’t show that we took tough courses, colleges will turn us down.How can the final sentence best be revised for this argument?

A
Tough work is the key to proving to college admissions that we’ve got what they want.
B
We need tougher courses on our transcripts, or else nobody’s going to notice us.
C
Without proof of challenging courses, colleges might disregard our transcripts.
D
Challenging courses separate college-bound students from the rest of the pack.
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Which correctly demonstrates MLA formatting?

A
One way of going about research is “by browsing the academic search engine at your school library.” (Scott 56)
B
One way of going about research is “by browsing the academic search engine at your school library” (Scott 56).
C
One way of going about research is “by browsing the academic search engine at your school library (Scott 56).”
D
One way of going about research is “by browsing the academic search engine at your school library. (Scott 56)”
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Read this excerpt from an argumentative essay.Community service must be added to the graduation requirements for our high school students. This will instill our youth a sense of duty that in-class lectures fail to convey. Students will be required to serve; and, they will recognize the needs of our county.Which transition word would best replace the underlined word?

A
however
B
finally
C
nevertheless
D
consequently
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When addressing a counterclaim in an argumentative essay, it is important to

A
consider how the counterclaim reinforces the main position of your argument.
B
include details and statistics that support the counterclaim.
C
show readers why the counterclaim is as valid as your argument.
D
explain the pitfalls of the counterclaim in comparison to your argument.
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Read the excerpt from a student’s argumentative essay.Students at Glenmore High demand an increase in the number of advanced placement classes. In order to compete with other college-bound students, we must have access to more rigorous courses. I mean, if we can’t show that we took tough courses, colleges will turn us down.How can the final sentence best be revised for this argument?

A
Tough work is the key to proving to college admissions that we’ve got what they want.
B
We need tougher courses on our transcripts, or else nobody’s going to notice us.
C
Without proof of challenging courses, colleges might disregard our transcripts.
D
Challenging courses separate college-bound students from the rest of the pack.
6

Read the sentence from an argumentative essay on employment in the United States.Even today, many foreigners continue to emigrate to the United States in hopes of finding new job opportunities. Which edit corrects the error in the sentence?

A
emigrate should be immigrate
B
foreigners should be foureigners
C
United States should be U.S.
D
opportunities. should be opportunities!
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The thesis statement, or claim, of an argumentative essay should

A
summarize the general topic of the essay.
B
establish the focus of the essay and the writer’s position.
C
take into consideration how the audience feels about the topic.
D
contain a citation to support the writer’s viewpoint.
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The only way to avoid plagiarism in an argumentative essay is to

A
explain how the research was conducted.
B
organize thoughts and facts clearly.
C
create a citation for the information used.
D
avoid the use of direct quotations.
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Read this introductory sentence.Our county government has neglectfully ignored a national trend in child safety and must enact a bicycle helmet law immediately to right this wrong.Which best describes the tone?

A
engaging
B
critical
C
academic
D
impolite
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In the conclusion of an argumentative essay, the author should

A
include a “hook” to capture the reader’s attention.
B
add details, facts, examples, and statistics.
C
restate main ideas and summarize how they support the claim.
D
present counter arguments and explain how they are flawed.
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Read the introduction paragraph to a student’s essay about online learning.(1) The benefits and drawbacks to online learning have been heavily debated. (2) Most people agree that in school settings, instruction should be tailored to meet students’ goals at their desired pace of learning. (3) One option for achieving this ideal is online learning systems, which generally include diagnostic assessments and individualized feedback. (4) Once students demonstrate mastery of a certain topic or skill, they can move on to a new area. (5) This is a more efficient way to teach and learn, although it requires changing the way schools think about academics. (6) While interventions such as online learning require a fundamental rethinking of our educational system, they promise opportunities to help students more fully reach their potentials. Which of the following sentences contains thesis statement of the paragraph?

A
sentence (1)
B
sentence (3)
C
sentence (4)
D
sentence (6)
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Read the introduction to a student’s essay about space exploration.(1) Space: the final frontier! (2) Many people see space as a true frontier. (3) They are excited by both the exploration of space and the potential of space. (4) Not everyone agrees with this. (5) Some people think that the money would be better spent solving Earth’s problems. (6) However, the truth is that the money spent on space exploration is critical to solving our problems on Earth. Which of the following is the thesis statement?

A
sentence 2
B
sentence 3
C
sentence 5
D
sentence 6
13

Which topic would prompt an argumentative essay?

A
Modern Veteran’s Day Celebrations
B
The Recognition Veterans Deserve
C
An Emerging Tradition
D
Forgotten Veterans
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Read this introductory sentence.Our county government has neglectfully ignored a national trend in child safety and must enact a bicycle helmet law immediately to right this wrong.Which best describes the tone?

A
engaging
B
critical
C
academic
D
impolite
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In the conclusion of an argumentative essay, the author should

A
include a “hook” to capture the reader’s attention.
B
add details, facts, examples, and statistics.
C
restate main ideas and summarize how they support the claim.
D
present counter arguments and explain how they are flawed.
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Which correctly demonstrates MLA formatting?

A
One way of going about research is “by browsing the academic search engine at your school library.” (Scott 56)
B
One way of going about research is “by browsing the academic search engine at your school library” (Scott 56).
C
One way of going about research is “by browsing the academic search engine at your school library (Scott 56).”
D
One way of going about research is “by browsing the academic search engine at your school library. (Scott 56)”
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Read this excerpt from an argumentative essay.Students participating in school athletics should be required to maintain a 2.0 in all academic courses. Most of Douglas High’s varsity athletes prioritize their schoolwork; but, there are a few who ignore their responsibilities.Which transition word would best replace the underlined word?

A
consequently
B
however
C
accordingly
D
as a result

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