Claims and Counterclaims Quiz

Imagine you're in a debate club with Benjamin, Scarlett, and Maya. What role does a claim play in an argument?

• A statement that opposes the main argument

• A statement that supports the main argument

• A question that needs answering

• A summary of the argument

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CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

In a lively debate, Benjamin claims that a counterclaim is what?

• A statement that supports the main argument

• A statement that opposes the main argument

• A question that needs answering

• A summary of the argument

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CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

During a lively debate in class, Rohan asked, "Which of the following is an example of a claim?"

• "Some people believe that exercise is unnecessary."

• "Exercise improves mental health."

• "There are many types of exercise."

• "Exercise can be done indoors or outdoors."

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CCSS.RI.9-10.8

During a lively debate in class, Charlotte claims that exercise is essential for everyone. Which of the following is an example of a counterclaim?

• "Exercise improves mental health."

• "Exercise can be done indoors or outdoors."

• "Some people believe that exercise is unnecessary."

• "There are many types of exercise."

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CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

Imagine you're in a debate club with Emma, Ava, and Liam. What is the primary purpose of a counterclaim in an argument?

• To support the main argument

• To provide evidence for the claim

• To present an opposing viewpoint

• To summarize the argument

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CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

Imagine you're in a debate club with Abigail and Michael. Which of the following best describes the relationship between a claim and a counterclaim?

• They are both supporting statements.

• They are both opposing statements.

• A claim supports the argument, while a counterclaim opposes it.

• A claim opposes the argument, while a counterclaim supports it.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

Abigail and Sophia are debating where the claim is usually found in an argumentative essay. Can you help them out?

• In the introduction

• In the conclusion

• In the body paragraphs

• In the bibliography

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CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

Aria and Michael are having a debate! What role does evidence play in supporting a claim?

• To introduce a new topic

• To provide support and justification for the claim

• To summarize the argument

• To present an opposing viewpoint

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Grace and Isla are debating about writing strong claims. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong claim?

• It is specific and clear.

• It is vague and ambiguous.

• It is debatable.

• It is supported by evidence.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

CCSS.W.9-10.9

In the lively debate club, Arjun and Grace are discussing: What is the main difference between a claim and a counterclaim?

• Arjun says a claim is a question, while a counterclaim is an answer.

• Grace argues that a claim supports the argument, while a counterclaim challenges it.

• Elijah thinks a claim is a summary, while a counterclaim is a detail.

• Arjun believes a claim is an opinion, while a counterclaim is a fact.

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CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B