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All of these are statements that support the author’s stand EXCEPT:
A. claims B. evidences C. rumors D. facts
2. Similar to the introduction, this part of the essay holds a powerful position as it contains the
thesis statement and gives readers a strong sense of the author’s position.
A. body B. counterclaims C. claims D. conclusion
3. The goal of this paper is to convince your audience that your argument is valid and defensible.
A. reaction B. concept C. position D. reflection
4. A position essay is not simply your opinion. It supports an argument by using __________
from sources to validate your position.
A. rumors B. sayings C. proof D. quotations
5. This part of a position paper states your main arguments and provides sufficient evidence
for each argument.
A. introduction B. counterclaims C. body D. conclusion
6. When using the APA format of in-text citation, what should be included?
A. author’s first name and date
B. author’s name and page number
C. author’s last name and year
D. author’s full name and URL
7. This provides a contrasting perspective to the main argument.
A. assertion B. counterclaims C. claims D. evidence
8. A claim is a statement that ________________________.
A. shows a fact.
B. gives someone’s opinions on the topic.
C. answers the question or problem posed.
D. is used to prove something wrong.
9. Where do in-text citations appear in your paper?
A. at the beginning
B. in the middle
C. all throughout
D. at the end
10. Which of the following is not a claim?
A. Bayambang is held as the 5th capital of the Philippines.
B. The Saint Vincent Ferrer Prayer Park is the best tourist attraction in Pangasinan.
C. Fish caught from Mangabul Lake taste better than other imported seafood products.
D. Pangasinan Day should not be a holiday.
11. Everyday new technology and innovations are invented and adopted by those who have
access. It has indeed changed the world and the thinking of the people. However, not all
that glitters is gold. These technologies also come with their costs and downsides, which
sometimes are overlooked because of the benefits. Which sentence is the claim?
A. Everyday new technology and innovations are invented and adopted by those who have
access.
B. It has indeed changed the world and the thinking of the people.
C. However, not all that glitters is gold.
 D. These technologies also come with their costs and downsides, which sometimes are
overlooked because of the benefits.
12. Which piece of evidence could be used to BEST support your answer in item number 9?
A. The new technology has made it easy for people to access relevant information at any
time from any place.
B. The use of new technology for financial transactions and other business activities
exposes the users to online threats.
C. The new technology has brought advanced communication technology tools.
D. The new technology has made it easy to travel long distances and within less time.
13. APA stands for:
A. Association of Professional Artists
B. Anti-Plagiarism Act
C. American Psychological Association
D. Australian Philosophical Association
14. Parents should be fined when their children bully because it will send a message. Some say
it is very difficult for parents to manage their children when they leave the house and go to
school. Despite this, thirteen million kids are bullied each year and something needs to be
done. The fines will encourage parents to focus on anti-bullying in the home. Which
sentence is the counterclaim?
A. Parents should be fined when their children bully because it will send a message.
B. Some say it is very difficult for parents to manage their children when they leave the
house and go to school.
C. Despite this, thirteen million kids are bullied each year and something needs to be done.
D. The fines will encourage parents to focus on anti-bullying in the home.
15. What should you do after presenting text evidence?
A. Explain how it proves your point.
B. Move to another evidence.
C. Transition to the next paragraph.
D. Summarize the evidence.
16. Which would be the most "credible" source for your evidence?
A. A quote from a famous vlogger
B. A statement from a celebrity
C. A quote from a random facebook post
D. An article from a news journal
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