| What to create | Exam |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Year or Grade 10 |
| What topic | compare and contast persuasive and argumentative essay |
| Question types | Close-ended |
| Number of questions | 10 |
| Number of answers | 4 |
| Correct answers | Exactly 1 |
| Show correct answers | |
| Use images (descriptions) | |
| Any other preferences |
Choose the correct answer for each question. There is one correct answer for each question.
What is the primary purpose of a persuasive essay?
A. To inform the reader about a topic
B. To convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint
C. To present multiple sides of an argument
D. To analyze a literary work
Which of the following best describes an argumentative essay?
A. A writing piece that emphasizes emotional appeal
B. A structured essay that defends a position using logical reasoning
C. A simple narrative about the author's personal feelings
D. An essay that discusses a topic without a clear stance
In which type of essay is emotional appeal more commonly used?
A. Argumentative essay
B. Descriptive essay
C. Persuasive essay
D. Expository essay
What key element distinguishes an argumentative essay from a persuasive essay?
A. Argumentative essays use only personal anecdotes
B. Argumentative essays rely heavily on research and factual evidence
C. Persuasive essays do not need a clear thesis statement
D. Persuasive essays often ignore counterarguments
Which of the following is a common feature of persuasive essays?
A. Extensive use of statistical data
B. A strong emotional appeal to the audience
C. Detailed examination of opposing viewpoints
D. Formal academic tone throughout
What is usually included in a well-structured argumentative essay?
A. A personal story to engage the reader
B. A series of unrelated opinions
C. A thesis statement along with clear counterarguments
D. Simple statements without evidence
Which of the following would you typically find in a persuasive essay?
A. A clear and concise conclusion without a call to action
B. A detailed exploration of both sides of an issue
C. A direct appeal to the reader's values and beliefs
D. An in-depth analysis of historic contexts
What tends to be the tone of an argumentative essay?
A. Casual and conversational
B. Emotional and subjective
C. Objective and formal
D. Informal and humorous
Which technique is more prevalent in persuasive essays?
A. Use of facts and statistics
B. Logical reasoning
C. Rhetorical questions to provoke thought
D. Presentation of multiple viewpoints
Which statement best reflects the conclusion of an argumentative essay?
A. It often calls for immediate action from the reader
B. It summarizes the emotions shared throughout the essay
C. It provides a balanced view of all arguments presented
D. It reaffirms the thesis and summarizes key points without emotional bias
Good luck!