Counter Claims and Rebuttals

The video tutorial by Mr. Nash and Miss Vier Johnson focuses on the importance of counter claims in writing. It explains how to structure a counter claim paragraph, emphasizing the need for a clear topic sentence, a strong rebuttal, and a concluding link back to the main argument. An example using school uniforms is provided to illustrate the process. The tutorial concludes with guidance on writing a counter claim about cell phones, encouraging students to practice the strategy.

Why is a counter claim considered the 'icing on the cake' in an argument?

• It introduces new evidence.

• It highlights the weaknesses of the opposing view.

• It provides a conclusion.

• It summarizes the main points.

What is the first component of a counter claim paragraph?

• Topic sentence

• Rebuttal

• Link back

• Conclusion

What should the rebuttal section of a counter claim focus on?

• Listing multiple opposing claims

• Explaining why the opposing claim is incorrect

• Introducing new arguments

• Summarizing the main argument

In the school uniforms example, what is one reason given against the argument that uniforms limit expression?

• Students can express themselves outside school.

• Uniforms are expensive.

• Uniforms are outdated.

• Uniforms are uncomfortable.

What is the main task in the exercise about cell phones?

• To write a counter claim paragraph

• To discuss the history of cell phones

• To list the benefits of cell phones

• To argue for the use of cell phones in school