IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) · English Language and Literature

Letters, articles, speeches and reviews: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 4 written questions with worked solutions. All on Letters, articles, speeches and reviews.

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Question 1

1 mark

Which of the following is considered reliable evidence to support a claim in a formal argumentative piece?

Question 2

1 mark

Read the following sentence:
"While some argue that homework is essential for reinforcing learning, research suggests that excessive assignments can lead to burnout and decreased motivation."

Which element of argumentative writing does this sentence primarily demonstrate?

Question 3

1 mark

In argumentative writing, which of the following best defines a claim?

Question 4

1 mark

In Argumentative Writing, which of the following best describes the function of a concession followed by a rebuttal?

Question 5

1 mark

What is the primary purpose of a counter-argument in an argumentative essay?

Question 6

2 marks

In Argumentative Writing, what is the primary purpose of a counter-argument?

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Question 7

3 marks

Explain the importance of using credible evidence to support a claim in an argumentative essay.

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Question 8

4 marks

Topic: Argumentative Writing

Read the following statement:
"Schools should replace all physical textbooks with digital tablets to promote environmental sustainability and modern learning."

Answer the following questions to develop an argumentative outline:
a) Identify the claim made in the statement above. (1 point)
b) Provide one strong argument in favor of this claim and explain how it supports the idea of 'modern learning'. (1 point)
c) Identify one potential counter-argument that a critic might raise regarding the use of tablets in classrooms. (1 point)
d) Suggest a rebuttal to address the counter-argument mentioned in part (c). (1 point)

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Question 9

3 marks

Read the following introductory paragraph of an argumentative essay:

"Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in our oceans, endangering marine life and ecosystems. While some people believe that individual recycling efforts are enough, communities must implement strict bans on single-use plastics to truly protect our environment."

Answer the following questions:
a) Identify the hook used in the first sentence to grab the reader's attention. (1 point)
b) Identify the thesis statement of the paragraph. (1 point)
c) Explain why the thesis statement is considered debatable rather than an undisputed fact. (1 point)

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