Question

Read the passage from "Improve the Zoo!"

To those who want the $5 million to be a good investment, I say that a better zoo will draw more tourists to Central City. That will bring more than $5 million into our local economy.

Which best identifies the purpose of the boldfaced text? (The Bold Text was "I say that a better zoo will draw more tourists to Central City.")

A.To introduce the essay and state the main claim


B.To establish a counterclaim


C.To emphasize the opposing position


D.To refute the counterclaim

Answer 1

I know this is like 3 years late but for future people I guess I can confirm the answer is D

good luck :)

Answer 2

Answer: yes the answer would be D

Explanation: i took the quiz