Claims and Counterclaims

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