Quizalize logo
placeholder image to represent content

TEKS Grade 8 ELA - [110.24.b.8.e] Elements of Argument Writing

Quiz by TEKS Grade 8 ELA

Grade 8
ELA (2017)
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

Feel free to use or edit a copy

includes Teacher and Student dashboards

Track each student's skills and progress in your Mastery dashboards

With a free account, teachers can
  • edit the questions
  • save a copy for later
  • start a class game
  • automatically assign follow-up activities based on students’ scores
  • assign as homework
  • share a link with colleagues
  • print as a bubble sheet

Our brand new solo games combine with your quiz, on the same screen

Correct quiz answers unlock more play!

New Quizalize solo game modes
10 questions
Show answers
  • Q1
    Which sentence best conveys the author's main claim?
    "When the history of our current age is written, it will say that Google has made us smarter— both individually and collectively—because we have ready and free access to information. "
    "Just as a car allows us to move faster and a telescope lets us see farther, access to the Internet's information lets us think better and faster."
    "Internet users are more likely to be exposed to a diversity of ideas. "
    "Today, Google is the new technology. The Internet contains the world's best writing, images, and ideas; Google lets us find the relevant pieces instantly."
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e
  • Q2
    Which of the following is a main point that the author uses to support his claim?
    "More than 2,000 years ago, the classical Greek philosopher Socrates complained that the new technology of writing 'will create forgetfulness in the learners' souls because they will not use their memories.'"
    Just as a car allows us to move faster and a telescope lets us see farther, access to the Internet's information lets us think better and faster.
    "My local library has no books on that specific subject—just 18 books about the Apollo missions in general."
    "Socrates was wrong to fear the coming of the written word."
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e
  • Q3
    Which of the following is a specific piece of evidence used to support the argument?
    Just as a car allows us to move faster and a telescope lets us see farther, access to the Internet's information lets us think better and faster.
    My local library has no books on that specific subject—just 18 books about the Apollo missions in general. I could hunt through those or turn to Google, which returns 45,000 pages, including a definitive encyclopedia article and instructions for building a unit.
    Any new information technology has both advocates and critics.
    By considering a wide range of information, we can arrive at more creative and informed solutions.
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e
  • Q4
    What is the purpose of a counter-argument?
    To encourage the reader to consider the other side of the issue
    To tell the opposing side what they should believe instead
    To explain the validity of the opposing perspective
    To present an opposing viewpoint and provide a rebuttal
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e
  • Q5
    Which of the following is a use of a counter argument?
    "Today, Google is the new technology. The Internet contains the world's best writing, images, and ideas; Google lets us find the relevant pieces instantly."
    "There's no doubt the Internet can create distractions. But 81 percent of experts polled by the Pew Internet Research Project say the opportunities outweigh the distractions. "
    "Internet users are more likely to be exposed to a diversity of ideas. In politics, for example, they are likely to see ideas from left and right, and see how news is reported in other countries."
    "Writing has improved our law, science, arts, culture, and our memory. When the history of our current age is written, it will say that Google has made us smarter— both individually and collectively—because we have ready and free access to information. "
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e
  • Q6
    What type of evidence is used here: "Suppose I'm interested in the guidance computers on Apollo spacecraft in the 1960s. My local library has no books on that specific subject—just 18 books about the Apollo missions in general. I could hunt through those or turn to Google, which returns 45,000 pages, including a definitive encyclopedia article and instructions for building a unit. "
    personal anecdote
    figurative language
    hypothetical anecdote
    logical explanation
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e
  • Q7
    Which of the following is a strategy that Peter Norvig uses in his article?
    A circular hook that connects the introduction to the conclusion
    Using a humorous tone to connect with the reader
    Waiting until the end of the article to reveal his perspective on the issue
    Supporting each key point with an anecdote
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e
  • Q8
    What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an argument essay?
    To make the claim that you will support in the essay
    To show the reader the importance of your perspective
    To present the topic or problem you will be discussing
    To make your reader interested in reading your essay
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e
  • Q9
    Norvig starts the article by describing an opposing perspective. This is beneficial for his argument in many ways. Which of the following is NOT a positive effect of this choice?
    He appeals to his audience on the opposing side of the argument so that they continue reading.
    He uses a quote from a reliable source to build ethos.
    He demonstrates that he is knowledgeable about the topic, even the opposing side.
    He refutes a counter argument from the very start.
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e
  • Q10
    Which strategy does the author use to support his argument in the fourth paragraph?
    He uses complex vocabulary to demonstrate his knowledge.
    He uses an analogy to clarify his ideas.
    He discusses consequences to make the issue more urgent.
    He cites effective sources to serve as evidence.
    30s
    110.24.b.8.e

Teachers give this quiz to your class