Writing Workshop: Writing an Argumentative Essay — Quiz
Question 8 • US History
Which sentence belongs in the introduction of an argumentative essay?
Answer
A
Opponents claim that the massive pollution and dangerous working conditions that were caused by the Industrial Revolution outweigh any benefits to the country.
B
In 1869, construction was completed on the first railroad to cross the United States.
C
In the late 1800s, the Industrial Revolution became one of the best things to ever happen to the United States, as it resulted in many new types of inventions and transportation.
D
Large numbers of people moved from the farms to the cities, where the factory jobs were.