Question

Consider this claim: Limits should be placed on the amount of time teenagers spend texting because they are losing the ability to communicate face-to-face. Use the 5-step process to write a counterclaim. (10 points) 1. Complete the following sentence: The claim states that ... 2. Cross out "The claim states that." What remains is your clearly stated position. 3. Complete the following sentence: Some may disagree because ... 4. Cross out "Some may disagree because." What remains is your purpose for writing. 5. Combine these two thoughts; this is your claim and your counterclaim.

Answer 1

1. The claim states we should limit the time teens use texting.

2. We should limit the time teens use texting.

3. Some may disagree because it could be the only way besides calling to communicate with other state family and friends.

4. It could be the only way besides calling to communicate with other state friends or family.

5. We should limit the time teens use texting. Even though it could be the only way besides texting to communicate without other state friends and family