Opposing Claims Quick Check
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Question
Use these sentences to answer the question.
"To write a persuasive argument, you should consider claims that contradict your own claim. By considering opposing claims, you can strengthen your own argument."
How should an author effectively address opposing claims in writing?
(1 point)
Responses
with a counterargument
with a counterargument
with more facts
with more facts
with opinions
with opinions
with defensive claims
with a counterargument
counterargument
analyzing opposing claims
by providing a counterargument to address it
Use the sentence to answer the question.
"Critical thinkers do not take written words as true without considering alternative points of view."
What is an alternative point of view in an argumentative essay?
(1 point)
Responses
significant claim
significant claim
counterargument
counterargument
persuasive language
persuasive language
supportable claim
What will improve your counterargument? (1 point)
Responses
summarizing opposing claims
summarizing opposing claims
analyzing opposing claims
analyzing opposing claims
organizing opposing claims
organizing opposing claims
defending opposing claims
What is the best way for an author to address an opposing claim?(1 point)
Responses
by providing a counterargument to address it
by providing a counterargument to address it
by including evidence that supports it
by including evidence that supports it
by ignoring it
by ignoring it
by explaining why it is false
Use the text to answer the question.
"Claim: Bird feeders are a kind way to help the birds in the community.
Opposing claim: Bird feeders make it easy for outdoor cats to prey on birds."
Which statement is a good counterargument to the opposing claim?
(1 point)
Responses
Most cats chase squirrels instead of birds.
Most cats chase squirrels instead of birds.
Birds don't feed when cats are around.
Birds don't feed when cats are around.
Most cat owners keep their pets inside.
Most cat owners keep their pets inside.
Bird feeders that hang from trees protect birds from predators.