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What is a counterclaim in an argumentative speech?
A counterclaim is a possible objection to the thesis.
A counterclaim is a supporting detail, such as statistics.
A counterclaim is the concluding statement of a speech.
A counterclaim is an umbrella statement for the argument.

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A counterclaim is a possible objection to the thesis.

It’s an opposing viewpoint you acknowledge in your speech so you can address and refute it, which strengthens your overall argument. The other choices describe different elements (supporting details, conclusion, or an umbrella statement) and are not counterclaims.