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QuizMultiple Choice

Evaluating an Argument

Question 14 • GA-Literature and Composition II (Fakunle)

What would be the best thesis statement for an evaluation of Dan DeLuca's argument in "Dylan's Nobel Prize Settles Debate: Rock Lyrics Are Poetry"?

Answer
A
When Bob Dylan won the Nobel Prize for Literature, it sparked a major controversy.
B
Dan DeLuca has written an editorial stating his opinion that rock lyrics are poetry.
C
I really enjoyed reading Dan DeLuca's article about Bob Dylan winning the Nobel Prize.
D
Despite his passionate argument that rock lyrics are poetry, Dan DeLuca fails to convince.

Explanation

An evaluation thesis should state a judgment about how successful the author’s argument is, rather than merely summarize the article or describe a personal reaction. Choice D makes that judgment: DeLuca argues passionately that rock lyrics are poetry, but the thesis claims his argument is not convincing. The other choices provide background or opinion without evaluating the strength of his argument.

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