Question

Standard language: Select the correct answer(s) from the list(s).(2 points)
In an argumentative text, a writer presents a 1)____ and then 2)___ any 3)____.
responses
1)
counterclaim
topic
claim
reason
2)
supports
refutes
denies
argues
3)
claims
topics
reasons
counterclaims

Answer 1

1) claim
2) refutes
3) counterclaims

So the complete sentence reads: "In an argumentative text, a writer presents a claim and then refutes any counterclaims."