Counterclaims and Rebuttals

One side of an argument could have more than one rebuttal.

• True

• False

What is it called when you explain why the counterclaim is wrong or doesn't matter?

• Reclaim

• Rebuttal

• Countercounterclaim

• Conclusion

What's it called when you explain what someone might say if they disagree with you?

• Rebuttal

• Counterclaim

• Otherclaim

• Reasons

Find a counterclaim from someone who thinks year-round school is a GOOD idea.

• Some teachers say students would forget less if school continued through the summer.

• Some people want year-round school.

• My sister agrees with me.

• People who want year-round school are wrong.

What do you need to do after you give a counterclaim? Find two things that work.

• Show why it's wrong.

• Yell at the other person.

• Show why it doesn't matter.

• Say the counterargument is dumb.

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

What is a possible sentence starter for a counterclaim?

• Some people may believe

• In addition to

Statements that address opposing viewpoints.

• counterclaims

• rebuttels

• claims

• arguments

A rebuttal is an explanation as to why the opposing side of the argument is wrong.

• True

• False

Which of the following best defines a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

• A) A statement that supports the main argument

• B) A statement that opposes the main argument

• C) A summary of the main points

• D) A conclusion of the essay