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Speaking and Listening: Formal Debate — Quiz

Question 16 • English Language Arts 12

Which is part of the final step of making an effective rebuttal?

Answer
A
Present evidence that supports the original claim.
B
Identify opportunities to strengthen the original claim.
C
Identify weaknesses in the opposition’s counterclaim.
D
Listen to the opposition’s counterclaim and evidence.

Explanation

An effective rebuttal first considers the opposition’s counterclaim, then evaluates its weaknesses and looks for ways to strengthen the original claim. The final step is to present evidence supporting that original claim, so the audience can see why it remains convincing. That is choice D.

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