Read the thesis statement about wild animals in captivity. Wild animals belong in their natural habitat; thus it is cruel to keep them in captivity. Which is a counterclaim to the author's claim?

The author's claim is that keeping wild animals in captivity is cruel. A counterclaim presents an opposing idea: the Animal Welfare Act requires zoo animals to be cared for and protected, suggesting captivity can provide for their welfare. Choices A and B support the author's claim, while C focuses on visitors rather than animal welfare.

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