Writing Workshop: Should the United States Enact Mandatory Voting Legislation? — Quiz

Question 10 • World History

Which statement is an example of an effective claim for an argumentative essay?

Answer

The United States trades with a number of Asian nations, including China, Japan, and South Korea.

I participated in a study abroad program as a student and it helped me learn a lot about other cultures.

More and more students have begun to study Chinese because that nation is a global leader.

Learning a second language can benefit many Americans and help them compete in the global marketplace.

Explanation

An effective argumentative claim takes a clear position that readers could discuss or challenge. Choice D argues that learning a second language benefits Americans and helps them compete globally. Choice A is a factual statement, B is a personal experience, and C mainly describes a trend rather than making a strong argument.

AI-written and checked against the verified answer.

Back to All Questions

More from this Course

Quiz

Quiz

Test