Evaluating an Argument — Quiz

Question 1 • English Language Arts 10

Which sentences would be effective thesis statements for a paragraph evaluating an argument? Choose two correct answers.

Answer

In her editorial, Mellie writes convincingly of the need for high school classes to begin later in the morning.

McArdle reviews the latest production of Hamlet , which sets the play's action in the 21st century.

Smith's argument in favor of tuition-free college education offers persuasive reasoning and authoritative evidence.

Hollembeak's review of the high school's play is fun and entertaining to read.

After the flooding in her state, the junior senator offered a heartfelt plan for increasing restrictions on carbon emissions.

Explanation

An effective thesis evaluating an argument states a judgment about how convincing the argument is, usually by assessing its reasoning or evidence. A says Mellie writes “convincingly,” and C evaluates Smith’s reasoning and evidence as persuasive and authoritative. B and E mainly describe a work or response, while D evaluates how enjoyable a review is rather than the argument it presents.

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