Counterclaims

Counterclaims

Open Ended

Why is it important to see both sides of an argument

Multiple Choice

A counterclaim is...

• the same for each person.

• the best argument.

• always correct.

• the opposite of a claim.

Multiple Choice

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

• Some may argue that music distracts students

• Some may argue that music is calming

• Teachers can choose the music for the students

Multiple Choice

Identify the counterclaim to this claim: Students should be able to eat snacks in class.

• Chewing gum raises test scores

• Studies show eating during class keeps students focused

• Teachers argue food distracts students

• Eating is during school hours is important

Multiple Choice

What is a rebuttal?

• A response to the counterclaim that weakens the opposing view

• Support for the counterclaim

• Words used to make paragraphs flow smoothly

• Evidence

Multiple Choice

What would a good counterclaim be for "Schools should allow pets."

• Pets can help decrease anxiety.

• It could be possible that some pets aren't friendly.

• Pets could take a behavior test to be allowed in school.

• Pets are cute.

Multiple Choice

What is the underlined section? Kids should be able to drive at age 13. Some might believe that there are too many rules for them to learn, students could prove they've mastered the rules by taking a test.

• Claim

• Counterclaim

• Rebuttal

Multiple Choice

What is the underlined section? Detention teaches students that there are consequences to their actions. Some could claim that it just makes them more angry, but the anger is part of the consequence.

• Claim

• Counterclaim

• Rebuttal

Multiple Choice

What is the underlined section? Schools shouldn't give homework. Some might argue it's important for practice, but students can end up practicing incorrectly.

• Claim

• Counterclaim

• Rebuttal