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Counterclaim and Rebuttal 2

Authored by Rebeccah Kinder

English

6th - 8th Grade

CCSS covered

Used 2+ times

Counterclaim and Rebuttal 2
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

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 during school hours is important.

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

2.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which rebuttal best weakens the counterclaim that music is distracting? (Pick two)

Music motivates students to be quiet and focus on their work.

Music reduces stress and helps kids zone out.

Lyrics in music can cause students to lose focus.

Not all music is distracting, in fact, some genres are proven to enhance learning

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

What is the underlined section? People should exercise more. Some might argue that there isn't enough time; however, exercising gives you more time because it helps be more alert and efficient throughout the day.

Claim

Counterclaim

Rebuttal

Evidence

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

What is the underlined section? College athletes should be paid. Some might argue that a free education is a kind of payment, but the athletes still need money for food, medical bills, and entertainment.

Claim

Counterclaim

Rebuttal

Evidence

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

A good counterclaim to this thesis might be...

We should have recess at Chavez.

it would give kids exercise

it would give kids a break

it would make kids hyper in class

it would help kids focus better

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.4.8

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

A good counterclaim to this thesis could be...
We need to have food in class.

Food could get everywhere.

Kids are starving.

Lunch is late.

We are growing people.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

A good counterclaim to this thesis could be...
Passing periods should be 10 minutes long.

Kids need a break!
It gives time to use the restroom
Kids might goof off in the halls
Kids would focus better

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

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