Which of the following TWO are counterclaims made by the Counterpoint argument?
Mandatory Volunteer Work for Teenagers

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Annie Thomas
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1.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
"The numerous advantages that come from volunteering definitely warrant making volunteering a compulsory part of school curriculum."
"Another argument for making volunteer work a mandatory part of school curriculum is that this work will help teens gain self-esteem and self-confidence."
"Another problem with making volunteer work a mandatory part of curriculum is that it defeats the purpose of volunteering in the first place."
"However, as a society we should make sure that not just some, but all, teens volunteer."
"One of the greatest arguments for this action is that mandatory volunteer work will prepare students for the future by giving them work experience..."
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Counterpoint argument is the argument ______________ mandatory volunteer work.
for
against
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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The Point argument is ______________ mandatory volunteer work.
for
against
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does the word "mandatory" mean?
likely
boring
exceptional
required
5.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What evidence is given to support the claim by the Point author that volunteering benefits the volunteers themselves? (3)
"Teens today are just too busy to add another stressor to their lives."
"...volunteering improves people’s health and helps to make a difference in someone’s life..."
"...volunteering helps people make important networking contacts, develop new skills, gain work experience, and enhance their resume."
" Unfortunately, however, adults who were never encouraged to volunteer as youths may never start because they are oblivious of the benefits."
"...volunteering gives people the opportunity to teach their skills to others and build self-esteem and confidence."
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following illustrates the Counterpoint author's response to the following counterclaim?
"Another argument for making volunteer work a mandatory part of school curriculum is that this work will help teens gain self-esteem and self-confidence."
"However, having time to socialize and develop hobbies and other interests is more important for self-esteem and self-confidence than volunteering."
"Those teens without paying jobs still have plenty of prospects for gaining work experience in other ways such as an internship, or working at a school paper."
"This will not help to make students feel useful or helpful, which would be counterproductive."
"This eliminates the need to make volunteer work mandatory."
7.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which TWO quotes demonstrate the Point author acknowledging the opposing viewpoint?
"Some people would immediately argue that this is an unnecessary action—many teens already volunteer without it being a requirement."
"However, volunteering brings advantages that many people don’t think of right away: benefits to the volunteers themselves!"
"The evidence is clear: Volunteering is beneficial to both the community and the volunteers themselves."
"It’s true: teens have a propensity to volunteer more than adults."
"However, as a society we should make sure that not just some, but all, teens volunteer."
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