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WorksheetsClaims and Counterclaims
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 24mins
Which of the following phrases can be used to introduce a counterclaim?
"In addition"
"However"
"Therefore"
"As a result"
Which phrase best links a claim to its supporting evidence?
"In contrast"
"For example"
"On the other hand"
"In conclusion"
What is the role of a claim in an argumentative essay?
To provide a detailed explanation of the evidence
To state the main argument or position
To introduce the conclusion
To summarize the counterclaims
What is the function of evidence in supporting a claim?
To introduce new claims
To provide proof and strengthen the argument
To summarize the essay
To present unrelated information
What is the difference between claim and counterclaim?
Counterclaims are opposite of _________________.
Opinion
Evidence
Claims
Reason
A counterclaim is one of the elements of _______.
Position
Rebuttal
Evidence
Argument
Counterclaims are claims made to____________
rebut new claim
rebut specific claim
rebut the previous claim
rebut an unknown claim
7. James’ negative response to Menard’s claim is an
example of ________________.
Claim
Evidence
Reason
Conterclaim
10. It is a statement that contradicts one's claim and usually proven and supported by both reasons and evidence
Claim
Reason
Evidence
Counterclaim
To rebut means____________________________
to contradict someone’s statement through a formal argument
to argue with someone's point of view about an issue
to affirm someone's statement even if it is wrong
to oppose someone's statement in a contest
What is a claim?
the main idea or thesis statement of an argument
facts, details, examples, or logical reasons
an argument that your reader would make if they disagreed with your claim.
an attempt to persuade the reader to disagree with the writer’s point of view
Which of the following sentences is the counterclaim?
We should get a dog because they make great pets, and I am responsible enough to help take care of it!
You might think that I am not responsible enough to have a pet dog, but I have demonstrated responsibility before by making my bed every morning, doing my homework, and helping out around the house.
Doctors have even found that owning a dog can improve a person’s health.
I think we should get a pet dog.
Which of the following phrases can be used to introduce a counterclaim?
In addition
However
Therefore
As a result
Which phrase best links a claim to its supporting evidence?
In contrast
For example
On the other hand
In conclusion
What is the role of a claim in an argumentative essay?
To provide a detailed explanation of the evidence
To state the main argument or position
To introduce the conclusion
To summarize the counterclaims
What is the function of evidence in supporting a claim?
To introduce new claims
To provide proof and strengthen the argument
To summarize the essay
To present unrelated information
Counterclaims are opposite of _________________
Opinion
Evidence
Claims
Reason
A counterclaim is one of the elements of _______
Position
Rebuttal
Evidence
Argument
Counterclaims are claims made to____________
rebut new claim
rebut specific claim
rebut the previous claim
rebut an unknown claim
James’ negative response to Menard’s claim is an example of ________________
Claim
Evidence
Reason
Conterclaim
It is a statement that contradicts one's claim and usually proven and supported by both reasons and evidence
Claim
Reason
Evidence
Counterclaim
To rebut means____________________________
to contradict someone’s statement through a formal argument
to argue with someone's point of view about an issue
to affirm someone's statement even if it is wrong
to oppose someone's statement in a contest
Which of the following sentences is the counterclaim?
We should get a dog because they make great pets, and I am responsible enough to help take care of it!
You might think that I am not responsible enough to have a pet dog, but I have demonstrated responsibility before by making my bed every morning, doing my homework, and helping out around the house.
Doctors have even found that owning a dog can improve a person’s health.
I think we should get a pet dog.
