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?

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Responses

with a counterargument
with a counterargument

with opinions
with opinions

with defensive claims
with defensive claims

with more facts

with a counterargument

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?

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Responses

supportable claim
supportable claim

counterargument
counterargument

persuasive language
persuasive language

significant claim

counterargument

What will improve your counterargument? (1 point)

Responses

defending opposing claims
defending opposing claims

summarizing opposing claims
summarizing opposing claims

analyzing opposing claims
analyzing opposing claims

organizing opposing claims

analyzing opposing claims

To effectively address opposing claims in writing, an author should use a counterargument. They should consider claims that contradict their own claim and then present a well-reasoned response to those claims. By doing so, the author can strengthen their own argument by acknowledging and addressing different perspectives or potential objections. This can be achieved by providing supporting evidence, logical reasoning, and clear explanations that challenge the opposing claims.