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Question 3 • English Language Arts 11

What is a counterclaim in an argumentative speech?

Answer
A
A counterclaim is an umbrella statement for the argument.
B
A counterclaim is a possible objection to the thesis.
C
A counterclaim is a supporting detail, such as statistics.
D
A counterclaim is the concluding statement of a speech.

Explanation

A counterclaim is an opposing point of view or a possible objection to the speaker’s thesis. A speaker can address it by explaining why the objection does not outweigh their argument. Therefore, the correct choice is “a possible objection to the thesis.”

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