Question

Student D made the claim, “It should be mandatory for every student to learn to play a musical instrument”. Which of the following is an example of an appropriate counterclaim the student might make?
Select one:

Learning to play an instrument is very difficult.


Since learning and playing an instrument takes time outside of school, students should have the opportunity to choose how they use that time, rather than be forced to play an instrument.


It should be mandatory for every student to play a sport.


No after-school activities should be mandatory for students.

Answer 1

Answer:

Since learning and playing an instrument takes time outside of school, students should have the opportunity to choose how they use that time, rather than be forced to play an instrument.

Explanation:

counterclaims do not simply provide a counter argument, they also provide commentary as to why that counterargument is valid.