Using Examples and Evidence in Arguments MCQs

1. : Which of the following best describes the role of examples in an argument?
(A) To add decoration to the text
(B) To provide concrete support for claims
(C) To make the argument longer
(D) To replace the thesis statement

2. : In an argumentative essay about climate change, which of the following is an example of factual evidence?
(A) “I feel that summers are hotter now.”
(B) “Studies show the average global temperature has risen by 1.1°C since the late 19th century.”
(C) “People should plant more trees.”
(D) “I believe climate change is real.”

3. : Why is it important to use credible sources for evidence in an argument?
(A) To impress the reader with big words
(B) To ensure the evidence is trustworthy and convincing
(C) To make the paper longer
(D) To avoid using personal examples

4. : Which of the following is an anecdotal example in an argument about exercise?
(A) A chart showing that exercise reduces heart disease risk by 30%
(B) A personal story about how jogging improved your health
(C) A report from the World Health Organization on fitness
(D) A meta-analysis of medical research on exercise benefits

5. : In an argumentative speech, a speaker says: “According to the CDC, smoking causes over 480,000 deaths annually in the U.S.” What type of evidence is this?
(A) Anecdotal evidence
(B) Statistical evidence
(C) Hypothetical example
(D) Emotional appeal

6. : Which statement uses a hypothetical example to strengthen an argument about seatbelt use?
(A) “If a driver going 60 mph crashes without a seatbelt, they could be thrown from the vehicle, leading to severe injury or death.”
(B) “Last year, seatbelt use saved over 14,000 lives in the U.S.”
(C) “I always wear my seatbelt when I drive.”
(D) “The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends wearing seatbelts.”

7. : Which of the following is a common mistake when using examples in an argument?
(A) Linking the example directly to the main claim
(B) Using too many unrelated examples
(C) Choosing examples from credible sources
(D) Providing examples with clear explanations

8. : When using examples to support an argument, what should a writer do immediately after presenting the example?
(A) Move on to the conclusion
(B) Restate the thesis
(C) Explain how the example supports the main point
(D) Add another unrelated fact