Challenge the Claim Answer Key

Students read a persuasive paragraph and identify the author’s main claim before brainstorming potential counterarguments. They then write at least two counterarguments in their own words, analyzing how these rebuttals weaken the original reasoning. The worksheet encourages learners to look for unsupported assertions, assumptions, or overstated ideas within the passage. Students reflect on how counterarguments expose weaknesses in the author’s logic. A bonus task prompts them to write a complete counterargument supported by evidence or real-world experience. This helps students deepen their understanding of argumentative writing. Through this analysis, they build essential debate and reasoning skills.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Evaluating Arguments and Claims

English Language Arts – Writing Counterarguments

English Language Arts – Critical Thinking and Logic

English Language Arts – Analyzing Reasoning and Evidence

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