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Question 5 • Common Core ELA 8 - ELA3008 B-IC

Shane has made the claim that white mice are clean and friendly house pets.Which is the best example of a counterclaim to this argument?

Answer
A
Some people argue that mice are inexpensive to raise.
B
Some people think that mice are dirty and frightening.
C
Some people argue that mice require too much care.
D
Some people think that mice eat cheese and breadcrumbs.

Explanation

A counterclaim presents an opposing view. Shane claims that white mice are clean and friendly, so the best counterclaim challenges those qualities: some people think mice are dirty and frightening. The other choices discuss cost, care, or food without directly disagreeing with Shane’s claim.

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