A). Paying attention to what the negative is saying.
B). Identifying important pieces of evidence that the negative uses.
E). Thinking about a possible counterclaim.
Explanation:
As per the question, when the negative or opponent is presenting claim with along with the evidence one is required to <u>'pay complete attention to what he/she says'</u> as it would help in preparing the counterclaim accordingly and more efficiently to rebut or neglect his ideas. Then, <u>'Identification of important pieces of evidence that the negative uses'</u> as it help produce sufficient rebuttal evidence to counter it efficiently. Next, would be <u>'Thinking about a possible counterclaim'</u> to deny his claim and establish the credibility of his claim. Thus, <u>options A, B, and E</u> are the correct answers.
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