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Argument Analysis and Evidence Assessment

The document provides 10 multiple choice questions that assess understanding of analyzing arguments. The questions cover identifying the key components of an argument like claims, reasons, and evidence; determining the main point or claim being made; and evaluating the strength of arguments based on the logical reasoning and evidence provided.

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Argument Analysis and Evidence Assessment

The document provides 10 multiple choice questions that assess understanding of analyzing arguments. The questions cover identifying the key components of an argument like claims, reasons, and evidence; determining the main point or claim being made; and evaluating the strength of arguments based on the logical reasoning and evidence provided.

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Assessment

Directions. Read each item carefully and write the letter of the most appropriate
answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. In order to prove a point in a text, a writer must provide .


A. enough evidence
B. logical reason
C. strong argument
D. updated source
2. To analyze an argument ultimately means
A. to read the text critically
B. to determine the point in the text
C. to critically read and evaluate the line of reasoning in the text
D. to judge the validity of evidence provided in the text
3. The point that the writer wants to prove in the text is called
A. claim
B. reason
C. argument
D. evidence
4. In writing a text, a writer wants readers to accept an idea and therefore provides
support. This is called .
A. claim
B. reason
C. argument
D. evidence
5. Example of this can be statistical data, research findings, statements of authorities,
etc.
A. claim
B. reason
C. argument
D. evidence

6. To analyze an argument, the first thing that one must do is to .


A. clarify what the author is trying to say
B. judge how the author presented his idea
C. identify both implicit and explicit message of the text
D. look for the evidence provided to support the claims
7. In the viral “Bawal Lumabas” statement of an actress about ABS-CBN
shutdown issue, the actress was trying to .
A. prove her point by using analogy
B. support her claim by giving example
C. make her opinion clear
D. give logical reason
8. Regarding question no. 6, what do you think is the reason the actress
failed to transcend her message?
A. There is not enough evidence.
B. There is no logical connection between claim and reason.
C. There is too much emotion involved.
D. The facts given are invalid.
9. . Teachers have
undergone retooling and capacity building in alternative learning delivery
modes. They have attended various webinars on utilizing technology for
education. They have also prepared learning materials such as modules for
students to study at home. Which can be an appropriate claim in this
argument?
A. Education must continue in this time of pandemic.
B. DepEd made the necessary steps to ensure that learning will
continue.
C. Teachers are now ready to serve this school year despite the threat
of the pandemic.
D. Teachers are also heroes in this time of pandemic.
10. DOH secretary Duque contradicted the president and said, “It is safe to
open classes on August 24, 2020”. How can he prove his point?
A. Explain pandemic; give reasons and back up evidence.
B. Make a stronger point; give reasons and back up evidence.
C. Provide counterclaim; give reasons and back up evidence
D. Give reasons and back up evidence.

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