Question

When should a writer include counterclaims in the body of the essay and refute them point by point?
Options
[ ] when the counterclaims are well accepted by the reader

[ ] when the scenarios are equally persuasive to the writer’s claims

[ ] when the counterclaims are familiar to the reader

[ ] when the counterclaims are less persuasive than the writer’s claims

Answer 1

[X] when the scenarios are equally persuasive to the writer’s claims

Brief why: you should thoroughly address and refute strong or widely held opposing arguments. If a counterclaim is weak or unlikely to persuade your audience, a brief acknowledgment is enough.