Identify Counterclaims

Counterclaims are claims made to____________

• rebut new claim

• rebut specific claim

• rebut the previous claim

• rebut an unknown claim

What would a good REBUTTAL be for the following counterclaim, "Some would argue that crop circles are proof of UFO's."

• The truth is crop circles have been proven to be man-made.

• Large fields have been pushed now in shapes of UFOs.

• It is clear that aliens exist.

• People might have seen odd drones flying instead, not UFOs.

Statements that address opposing viewpoints.

• counterclaims

• rebuttels

• claims

• arguments

Why is it important to include the counterclaim and rebuttal in argumentative writing?

• It helps make an argument stronger by proving that the opposing viewpoint is weak.

• It makes an argument less strong because it tells what other people believe.

• It makes the argument longer.

• It shows why the opposing viewpoint is correct.

What's the rebuttal in the following statement: Some argue that Coke has better products; however, Pepsi sells more.

• Some argue that Coke has better products

• however, Pepsi sells more

a ​​ (a)   is an argument or evidence used to disprove an argument.

• rebuttal

• reaason

• evidence

• claim

• transition word

Statements that address opposing viewpoints are also called counterclaims

• False

• True

What is a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

• A) A statement that supports the main argument

• B) A statement that opposes the main argument

• C) A statement that summarizes the essay

• D) A statement that introduces the topic

Which of the following is a counterclaim to the statement: 'Homework is beneficial for students'?

• A) Homework helps students practice skills

• B) Homework can cause unnecessary stress

• C) Homework improves time management

• D) Homework reinforces learning

Identify the counterclaim in the following argument: 'While some believe that technology enhances learning, others argue that it distracts students.'

• A) Technology enhances learning

• B) Technology distracts students

• C) Technology is essential

• D) Technology is expensive