WorksheetsCounter Argument Terms and Practice
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 7mins
Making a claim (based on your opinion) and supporting it using evidence is:
Facts, figures, and expert opinions used to back up and support your answer
Evidence is facts that support your claim.
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
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.
Rebuttals come before the counterclaim.
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
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
The claim: video games are helpful.
An example of a counterclaim would be:
video games improve coordination
video games might also help improve visual skills
video games can be used to simulate trainings for soldiers
violent video games increase your heart rate in a negative way
