KUMPULAN SOAL ARGUMENTATIVE TEXT
Bagian I: Soal Teori tentang Argumentative Text
1. The main purpose of an argumentative text is to …
a. Tell a past event
b. Convince the reader about an opinion
c. Describe a person, place, or thing
d. Entertain the reader
2. Which of the following is a characteristic of argumentative text?
a. Using chronological order
b. Using persuasive language
c. Telling a personal story
d. Using rhymes
3. What is usually presented at the beginning of an argumentative text?
a. A conclusion
b. Supporting evidence
c. Thesis statement
d. Personal anecdote
4. “Therefore, the government should ban smoking in public areas.” This sentence belongs to which
part of an argumentative text?
a. Orientation
b. Argument
c. Rebuttal
d. Conclusion
5. In argumentative text, the function of “rebuttal” is …
a. To introduce the topic
b. To support the thesis with reasons
c. To respond to opposite opinions
d. To close the discussion
6. Which of the following is the best example of a thesis statement?
a. “Many people like to eat ice cream.”
b. “Smoking is harmful and should be prohibited in public places.”
c. “Last week, I visited my grandmother’s house.”
d. “There are many kinds of fruits in the market.”
7. The language feature mostly used in argumentative texts is …
a. Past tense verbs
b. Imperative sentences
c. Modal verbs (should, must, have to)
d. Onomatopoeia
8. Which word is commonly used as a connector in argumentative texts?
a. However
b. Once upon a time
c. Suddenly
d. Beautifully
9. Why is evidence important in argumentative text?
a. To make the story more interesting
b. To support the writer’s opinion
c. To confuse the reader
d. To describe the setting
10. Which title is the most suitable for an argumentative text?
a. “My Holiday in Bali”
b. “Why Students Should Wear School Uniforms”
c. “The Description of My Cat”
d. “A Funny Experience at the Zoo”
Bagian II: Soal Berdasarkan Text Argumentative
Should Students Wear School Uniforms?
Some people believe that students should wear school uniforms because uniforms create equality
among students. When everyone wears the same clothes, there is less competition about fashion,
and students can focus more on their studies. Moreover, uniforms help improve discipline because
students look neat and organized.
On the other hand, some argue that uniforms limit students’ freedom of expression. They think
clothing is a way for students to show their personality. Without uniforms, students may feel more
comfortable and confident.
In conclusion, although uniforms may restrict freedom, the benefits of equality and discipline are
more important. Therefore, students should wear school uniforms.
1. What is the thesis statement of the text?
a. Students should not wear uniforms.
b. School uniforms make students creative.
c. Students should wear school uniforms.
d. School uniforms are not important.
2. Which of the following is an argument supporting uniforms?
a. They are expensive.
b. They make students look neat and organized.
c. They allow students to express personality.
d. They make students more fashionable.
3. Which sentence shows the opposing opinion?
a. “Uniforms help improve discipline because students look neat and organized.”
b. “Some argue that uniforms limit students’ freedom of expression.”
c. “The benefits of equality and discipline are more important.”
d. “Uniforms create equality among students.”
4. What is the function of the last paragraph?
a. To introduce the topic
b. To provide evidence
c. To give a conclusion
d. To show a rebuttal
5. What is the writer’s final position?
a. Students should not wear uniforms
b. Students should wear uniforms
c. Students should choose their own clothes
d. Students should only wear uniforms on Monday
