Writing Test 5...

What is the purpose of stating a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?
Select the best answer.

Which of the following is true of the body paragraphs of an essay?

An argumentative essay should avoid including which of the following?

What kind of essay would you write on the given topic?
Governments are banning the further building of nuclear power plants. 

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
In a report, the place and date of the event is placed ________________ . 

Select the most suitable option to fill in the blank:
A _____________ is a brief account of an event that has already taken place. 

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
___________ speech is used while writing a report. 

Which of the following is true of a report?
(Select the best option.)

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
A character sketch should be ______________.

Which option best identifies the purpose of an argumentative essay?