Multiple Choice Questions:
1. What is a position paper?
o a) A summary of a book
o b) An essay expressing a position or viewpoint on an issue
o c) A biography
o d) A news article
Answer: b) An essay expressing a position or viewpoint on an issue
2. Which of the following is a part of a position paper?
o a) Introduction, Methods, Results
o b) Conclusion, References, Appendices
o c) Introduction, Body, Conclusion
o d) Abstract, Literature Review, Discussion
Answer: c) Introduction, Body, Conclusion
3. What is the primary purpose of writing a position paper?
o a) To entertain the audience
o b) To generate support for a particular stand or idea
o c) To provide financial advice
o d) To critique a novel
Answer: b) To generate support for a particular stand or idea
4. In the body of a position paper, what should be addressed first?
o a) Counterarguments
o b) Your personal opinion
o c) Statistical data
o d) The conclusion
Answer: a) Counterarguments
5. Which of the following is NOT a tip for writing a strong position paper?
o a) Keep it simple
o b) Be argumentative
o c) Avoid giving any evidence
o d) Proofread your work
Answer: c) Avoid giving any evidence
6. What is the role of supporting evidence in a position paper?
o a) To entertain the reader
o b) To back up your arguments and position
o c) To criticize the opposing side
o d) To summarize the entire paper
Answer: b) To back up your arguments and position
7. Which part of a position paper summarizes the arguments and provides a call to action?
o a) Introduction
o b) Conclusion
o c) Body
o d) References
Answer: b) Conclusion
8. How many arguments should typically be included in the body of a position paper?
o a) One
o b) Two or three
o c) Ten
o d) As many as possible
Answer: b) Two or three
9. Which of the following should you avoid when writing a position paper?
o a) Addressing counterarguments
o b) Using emotional language
o c) Providing clear evidence
o d) Organizing your paper logically
Answer: b) Using emotional language
10. What should the introduction of a position paper include?
o a) A brief history and background of the issue
o b) A personal story
o c) The final conclusion
o d) A list of sources
Answer: a) A brief history and background of the issue
11. Which is an example of a topic suitable for a position paper?
o a) My summer vacation
o b) Should social media be regulated?
o c) How to bake a cake
o d) The history of cars
Answer: b) Should social media be regulated?
12. In writing a position paper, the counterargument should be:
o a) Ignored
o b) Briefly described then refuted
o c) Expanded upon in great detail
o d) Left at the end of the paper
Answer: b) Briefly described then refuted
13. Which of the following is true about the conclusion of a position paper?
o a) It introduces new arguments
o b) It restates the key points and calls for action
o c) It provides new research data
o d) It leaves the argument open-ended
Answer: b) It restates the key points and calls for action
14. Which of the following is NOT a common part of a position paper?
o a) Abstract
o b) Introduction
o c) Conclusion
o d) Body
Answer: a) Abstract
15. Which part of a position paper discusses both sides of the issue?
o a) Conclusion
o b) Introduction
o c) Body
o d) References
Answer: c) Body
16. What should you consider before choosing a topic for a position paper?
o a) Personal interests only
o b) Availability of evidence and research
o c) The length of the paper
o d) None of the above
Answer: b) Availability of evidence and research
17. The primary audience for a position paper is usually:
o a) General public
o b) Experts in the field
o c) Teachers and professors
o d) Those interested in the topic
Answer: d) Those interested in the topic
18. Which element is essential for backing up your arguments in a position paper?
o a) Anecdotal stories
o b) Statistical and factual evidence
o c) Emotional appeal
o d) All of the above
Answer: b) Statistical and factual evidence
19. What is the first step in writing a position paper?
o a) Writing the body
o b) Choosing a topic
o c) Formatting the document
o d) Writing the conclusion
Answer: b) Choosing a topic
20. What should be the focus of every paragraph in a position paper?
o a) Multiple ideas
o b) A single idea
o c) Opposing ideas
o d) Random facts
Answer: b) A single idea
True or False Questions:
1. A position paper only presents one side of an argument.
o False
2. The purpose of a position paper is to generate support for an issue.
o True
3. The introduction of a position paper should provide a call to action.
o False
4. Counterarguments should be addressed in the conclusion of the position paper.
o False
5. A well-written position paper includes evidence to support its claims.
o True
6. You should use emotional appeals in a position paper to convince readers.
o False
7. The conclusion should summarize both sides of the argument in a position paper.
o True
8. It is important to identify your audience before writing a position paper.
o True
9. Each paragraph in the body of a position paper should address multiple ideas.
o False
10. Research is not necessary when writing a position paper.
o False
