Argument Practice

facts and examples that support the reasons

• research

• rebuttal

• evidence

• claims

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 counterclaim?

• Your position in an argument

• The opposing view of your claim

• The closing statement

• The counter where you claim something

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.

Why do we include counterclaims?

• To anticipate the argument from the opposing side

• To show what you know and strengthen your argument

• To prevent bias

• All of the above

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

• True

• False

Which rebuttal best weakens the counterclaim that music is distracting?

• Music motivates students

• Music reduces stress

• Lyrics in music can cause students to lose focus

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

Reorder the following terms in the order they should be written in an essay.

• Explanation/"So What"

• Thesis/claim

• Evidence ( Ethos/Pathos/Logos) for reasons/prongs

• counter-argument

• rebuttal

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

• Claim

• Counterclaim

• Rebuttal

• Evidence

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