Counterargument

Dogs are the best pets. (choose the COUNTERARGUMENT)

• Dogs are so loving.

• Dogs are so loud.

Maryland is the best state. (choose the COUNTERARGUMENT)

• Maryland is close to DC and the beach.

• California has nicer weather.

Ronaldo is the best soccer player. (choose the COUNTERARGUMENT)

• Messi just won the World Cup.

• Ronaldo has better skills.

Winter is the best season. (choose the COUNTERARGUMENT)

• Snow is so beautiful.

• In the summer you can swim in the ocean.

Uniforms are a good idea. (CHOOSE THE COUNTERARGUMENT)

• Uniforms restrict freedom

• It's easier to get ready in the morning.

Zoos are bad. (CHOOSE THE COUNTERARGUMENT)

• Zoos protect endangered animals

• Animals don't have enough space in zoos.

We should not celebrate Columbus Day. (CHOOSE THE COUNTERARGUMENT)

• Columbus was an important figure in history.

• Columbus started the genocide of indigenous people.

What is a counterargument?

• Agreeing with someone's argument

• Countering someone's argument

P.E. is the best class.

• I like to exercise.

• Some students are not athletic and it is difficult for them.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

Saturday is the best day of the week.

• It's nice to relax.

• Some people work on Saturday.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1