105 Questões de Escrita: construção da argumentação

Before writing an argumentative text about the use of smartphones at school, Ana researched the topic. She found a survey showing that smartphones can help students access information, but excessive use may reduce concentration. In her text, she used these data to support her position and mentioned both perspectives. After writing, she revised her arguments and language. The research did not choose her position or guarantee that every reader would agree with her. Based on the text, how does research benefit the writing of an argumentative text?

1. A) It increases the text’s length with additional information.
2. B) It presents only the writer’s personal opinion.
3. C) It guarantees agreement from every reader.
4. D) It replaces the writer’s need to revise the text.
5. E) It supports the writer’s position with relevant evidence.

A student is preparing the conclusion of a school debate about Brazil’s energy future. During the debate, the group discussed that solar and wind power produce electricity with fewer greenhouse gas emissions than coal and oil. The students also recognized that renewable sources may require investments in technology, transmission lines and energy storage. They concluded that expanding these sources can contribute to a cleaner and more diverse energy system, especially when combined with responsible consumption. Considering the arguments in the text, choose the conclusion that best expresses and supports a position in favor of expanding renewable energy sources.

1. A) In conclusion, renewable energy is essential because it is always cheaper than every other source.
2. B) In conclusion, renewable energy is essential because people must stop using electricity immediately.
3. C) In conclusion, renewable energy is essential because it can reduce emissions and diversify the energy system.
4. D) In conclusion, renewable energy is essential because it has become the newest social trend.
5. E) In conclusion, renewable energy is essential because it causes no environmental impact at all.

A Brazilian school is preparing a climate-awareness campaign. The writing guide for students states that an argumentative essay must follow this sequence: first, introduce the topic and thesis; second, present evidence that supports the thesis; third, present a counterargument; fourth, rebut that counterargument using reasoning or evidence; and finally, conclude by reinforcing the main position. Based on the writing guide, which sequence best organizes an argumentative essay on climate change?

1. A) Introduction, evidence, rebuttal, counterargument, conclusion.
2. B) Introduction, evidence, conclusion, counterargument, rebuttal.
3. C) Introduction, counterargument, evidence, rebuttal, conclusion.
4. D) Evidence, introduction, counterargument, rebuttal, conclusion.
5. E) Introduction, evidence, counterargument, rebuttal, conclusion.

Choose the best thesis statement for an essay on renewable energy.

1. A) Many people like renewable energy sources.
2. B) Renewable energy is better than fossil fuels.
3. C) There are many types of energy sources.
4. D) Renewable energy is complicated.
5. E) Some countries use renewable energy.

A Brazilian school is preparing a debate about uniforms. The teacher asks students to write an argumentative essay. According to the writing guidelines, the opening sentence must introduce the debate about uniforms, acknowledge that there are different views, and clearly state the writer’s position. The essay will discuss whether schools should require uniforms. Based on the guidelines in the text, which sentence is the best opening for an argumentative essay on school uniforms?

1. A) Uniforms create equality, improve discipline, and solve several school problems.
2. B) School uniforms are uncomfortable, expensive, and difficult for students to wear.
3. C) Should every student have to wear the same clothes at school?
4. D) Although uniforms may reduce visible differences, schools should allow students to choose their own clothes.
5. E) Many Brazilian schools discuss uniforms during meetings with students and families.

Choose the best way to organize arguments in an essay about climate change.

1. A) Start with the conclusion, then state the arguments.
2. B) Present arguments, then discuss counterarguments.
3. C) List all arguments without explanation.
4. D) Use anecdotes throughout the essay.
5. E) End with a summary of unrelated facts.