Writing an Argument Online Practice
Writing an Argument Online Practice
Complete this assessment to review what you've learned. It will not count toward your grade.
Use the claims to answer the question.
"Claim: Swimming in the ocean is a great experience.
Opposing claim: Some people get attacked by sharks."
Which statement is the most effective counterargument?
O Sharks are attracted to splashing.
O Shark attacks are extremely rare.
O People should not swim in shark-infested waters.
O Sharks mistake people on surfboards for turtles.
I would say #2: “Shark attacks are extremely rare”
This is because for the claim, shark attacks can counter the enjoyability of swimming, and for the opposing claim, this statement counteracts the severity and frequency of shark attacks
