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Why is it important to include a counterclaim and rebuttal in an argument?
 
Shows you understand other side & can prove yours is stronge
 
It makes the writing longer.
 
It shows the author only cares about their own side.
 
It confuses the reader into agreeing with you.
Counterclaim & Rebuttal: "They say X → But I say Y → Here is the proof → This is why I win!" What does "Here is the proof" represent?
 
Evidence that supports your rebuttal
 
Your position
 
The counterclaim
 
Your opinion
Counterclaim & Rebuttal: "They say X → But I say Y → Here is the proof → This is why I win!" What does "They say X" represent?
 
The counterclaim
 
Your claim
 
Your evidence
 
Your reasoning
A rebuttal is best described as:
 
An author's direct response or "comeback" to a counterclaim
 
The author's opening statement
 
A new topic introduced in the argument
 
A summary of the entire argument
Which is the best example of a counterclaim?
 
Some may argue that starting school later won't help kids ge
 
Schools should start later so students can get more sleep.
 
A study found that students sleep 34 more minutes with later
 
This proves that later start times are the best option.
A counterclaim is:
 
A statement acknowledging what people who disagree might say
 
Extra evidence that supports your position
 
The author's strongest argument
 
A quote from a research study
Which of the following is an example of reasoning?
 
Not getting enough sleep leads to health problems that hurt
 
According to the Sleep Institute, 47% of kids don't get enou
 
Schools should start later.
 
Some people think later start times won't help.
What does reasoning do in an argument?
 
Shows how the evidence connects to and supports the claim
 
Introduces the opposing viewpoint
 
Restates the position word for word
 
Gives another piece of evidence
What is evidence in an argument?
 
Facts, statistics, and examples that show why a claim should
 
The author's personal opinion about a topic
 
A statement that disagrees with the main idea
 
The conclusion of the essay
Which of the following is a claim for the position "Video games have educational benefits"?
 
Video games can help develop problem-solving skills and team
 
Critics believe video games are a waste of time.
 
The Digital Learning Center conducted a study on gaming.
 
Many students play video games after school.
A claim is best defined as:
 
A statement that supports a position
 
A question the author asks the reader
 
A fact copied from a research study
 
The opposite side of an argument
If your position is "Students should have longer recess," which is the opposing viewpoint?
 
Recess time for students should be limited.
 
Recess helps students focus better.
 
Many schools already have 30 minutes of recess.
 
Exercise is good for kids.
What is an opposing viewpoint?
 
A position that is the opposite of another position
 
A reason that supports an argument
 
Evidence that proves a claim
 
A summary of both sides of an argument
Which of the following is the best example of a position?
 
Schools should require students to learn a second language.
 
A study found that 70% of teens use social media.
 
Some people disagree with school uniforms.
 
Reading improves vocabulary skills according to researchers.
What is a position (viewpoint) in an argument?
 
The central idea the author supports in their argument
 
A fact that proves something is true
 
A statement from the opposing side
 
The evidence used to support a claim
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