Counter - Arguments

Question 1

Does every essay require a counter-argument?

Answer 1

No, but it may be helpful to add

Question 2

What does a counter-argument allow you to do?

Answer 2

It allows you to incorporate multiple perspectives while anticipating how others might attempt to negate your own argument.

Question 3

What do you do in a counter-argument?

Answer 3

You acknowledge other opinions but then refute them in a way that strengthens your own argument.

Question 4

What must you identify in order for a counter-argument to work?

Answer 4

You must identify both a potential rebuttal to your argument AND counter it.

Question 5

What will occur if you simply include someone else’s argument or rebuttal without countering it?

Answer 5

Then, your counter-argument will only serve to confuse or contradict your own argument.