Writing Workshop: Creating an Argumentative Essay — Quiz
Question 4 • Social Studies 8
Read the passage. Benjamin Franklin was one of the most extraordinary human beings the world has ever known. He was an outstanding diplomat, inventor, writer, and scientist who continues to influence the world today. Which addresses a counterargument in an essay with this thesis statement?
Answer
A
Franklin was a political humorist, but many people did not find his point of view amusing.
B
Franklin was the greatest political thinker that the British colonies produced.
C
Franklin played a huge rule in the founding of the United States.
D
Franklin’s experiments with electricity may seem dangerous and foolish today, but they resulted in the invention of the lightning rod.
Explanation
A counterargument acknowledges an opposing view before answering or challenging it. Choice D recognizes that Franklin’s electrical experiments may seem dangerous and foolish, then points out that they led to the useful invention of the lightning rod. This directly addresses a possible criticism while supporting the passage’s positive view of Franklin.
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