College Composition / Unit 28 CMP 0694 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Counterclaims and Refutation
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The idea
Strong arguments address counterclaims, the objections readers might raise, and refute them with reasoning and evidence.
In practice
When analyzing an argument, note whether it acknowledges opposing views fairly and answers them, which strengthens its ethos and logos.
Where people slip
An argument that ignores obvious objections is weaker, however confident its tone.
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