Recognizing Rhetorical Techniques in a Speech — Unit test

Question 1 • DAEP English II A Q2 W2

What is a counterclaim?

Answer

a detail that supports reasons for a claim

an opinion or belief that a claim is true

a refutation of a claim, with evidence

an invalid or flawed claim, with reasons

Explanation

A counterclaim is an opposing claim that challenges the main claim. It may be followed by evidence explaining why the opposing view is not convincing. Choice C, “a refutation of a claim, with evidence,” best matches this idea.

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