Review: Counterclaim & Rebuttal Flashcard (Due 2/8/21)

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What is a counterclaim?

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The opposing view of your claim.

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What does it mean to rebut?

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To contradict someone’s statement through a formal argument.

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Identify the counterclaim to this argument: Students should be able to listen to music in class.

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Some may argue that music distracts students.

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What is a claim?

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A statement that asserts something to be true.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.

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True or False: Rebuttals come before the counterclaim.

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False.

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What is the purpose of a counterclaim in an argument?

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To present an opposing viewpoint that challenges the main claim.

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What is evidence in the context of an argument?

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Information or data that supports a claim.

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What is the relationship between a claim and a counterclaim?

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A claim is the main argument, while a counterclaim presents an opposing view.

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What role does a rebuttal play in an argument?

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It serves to refute or disprove the counterclaim.