Students should be able to carry cell phones in schools.

Question

What would be a counterclaim to the claim?

A. Cell phones distract from learning.
B. Cell phones are often stolen at school.
C. Students use cell phones to communicate with friends.
D. It is good for students to carry cell phones for emergency use.

Answer 1

A counterclaim to the statement "Students should be able to carry cell phones in schools" would be:

A. Cell phones distract from learning.

This counterclaim argues that allowing cell phones can impede educational focus and overall learning in the classroom.