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Angel has made the claim that a new bike path will be a positive addition to the neighborhood.Which is the best example of a counterclaim to this argument?

A
Some people argue that skateboards are safer than bikes.
B
Some people think that building a new path will be costly.
C
Some people argue that riding a bicycle is good exercise.
D
Some people think that a bike path will be attractive.
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Eva has made the claim in her argumentative essay that a trip visiting national parks is the best summer vacation.Which is the best example of a counterclaim to this argument?

A
National parks are protected areas with unique geology and unusual natural beauty.
B
Some might argue that the Grand Canyon is the most beautiful of the fifty-nine national parks.
C
Yellowstone National Park is known for many geysers, particularly the amazing Old Faithful.
D
Some might argue that a trip to historical monuments is a more educational summer vacation.
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Naomi is listing reasons to support her claim that a school rummage sale should be organized to raise money for people affected by recent flooding.Which reason would be best to include in her argumentative essay?

A
Students and staff will be generous because many have personal connections to the people affected by the flood.
B
A rummage sale is a fun activity for the school and its students.
C
Emergency supplies have already been gathered by local shelters and charities.
D
Many members of the community have too many belongings and should donate sale items.
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An argumentative essay ends with the conclusion below.In conclusion, collecting comic books is a fun hobby.

A
Collecting comic books is an affordable way to enjoy pop art and invest in memorabilia. Which series will you start to collect?
B
My favorite comic book character is the Yellow Storm because she is so bold and powerful. Who is your favorite character?
C
The first comic books were printed in the 1930s and became popular in the United States. Did you know that they are also popular in Japan?
D
People enjoy collecting comic books because the prices range from expensive to very affordable. How much would you be willing to spend?
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Read the counterclaim in an argumentative essay about the benefits of participating in marching band.Some people claim that the only benefit of marching band is learning to play an instrument.

A
However, learning to play an instrument is not necessarily important for every student.
B
However, learning to play an instrument has been proven to improve grades and test performance.
C
However, most marching band members also get a great amount of exercise and establish lifelong friendships.
D
However, most marching band members learn to play only one instrument during their band years.
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Which is the best example of a claim made in an argumentative essay?

A
Planting a school garden will benefit the entire student body by providing exercise, better nutrition, and hands-on learning.
B
I hope that we plant zucchini in the school garden because it is my all-time favorite vegetable.
C
A school garden may attract pests and insects, but most middle schoolers are not afraid of small animals.
D
Gardens do not do well in our climate, and I believe many students will not enjoy working in the soil.
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An argumentative essay ends with the following conclusion.In conclusion, I don't like to shop at malls.

A
I hope the city council will vote against building a new shopping mall, because my home is just a block away from the site.
B
Midtown Shopping Mall was built just three miles from the proposed site. Do we really need another retail outlet so close?
C
The proposed shopping mall is an unnecessary addition to our community and will result in increased noise and traffic.
D
A recent survey of community members found that the majority of residents are opposed to a new shopping mall.
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Read the counterclaim in an argumentative essay about the importance of teaching handwriting in elementary school.Some people claim that due to technological advancements, students should spend more time learning keyboard skills instead of handwriting techniques.

A
However, parents who feel strongly about handwriting practice can simply teach their children at home.
B
However, learning to use correct strokes and forms in handwriting is a waste of classroom time.
C
However, no matter how advanced technology becomes, people will always have a need for quick, legible handwriting.
D
However, many children dislike writing and cannot master the handwriting techniques.
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An argumentative essay ends with the conclusion below.In conclusion, swimming is fun.

A
My favorite childhood memory is spending summer at the swimming pool with my family and friends.
B
Did you know that children can learn to swim when they are younger than 18 months old?
C
All children should learn to swim because it provides great exercise and water safety experience.
D
I believe that more parents should make sure their children learn to swim while they are young.
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The first step in planning an argumentative essay is

A
giving a rebuttal.
B
stating a counterclaim.
C
listing the evidence.
D
establishing a claim.

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