Writing an Argumentative Essay about Volunteering

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

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.

Answer

However, learning to play an instrument is not necessarily important for every student.

However, learning to play an instrument has been proven to improve grades and test performance.

However, most marching band members also get a great amount of exercise and establish lifelong friendships.

However, most marching band members learn to play only one instrument during their band years.

Explanation

The counterclaim says that learning to play an instrument is the only benefit of marching band. A strong response challenges that claim by naming other benefits. Choice C points out that members also get exercise and make lifelong friends, so learning an instrument is not the only benefit.

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