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Reporter McQuill mentions your claim will be stronger if you respond well to someone who disagrees with you. Use this framework to challenge a counterclaim.

Even though some people think that ________________________

The lesson that goes with the question Is about The Mexican-American War and the culture that was created in the west specifically in California and Oregon

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Even though some people think that the Mexican-American War is never-ending, it will end. 
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Answer: Even though some people think that the fact that the United States won is a reason to celebrate, it is also true that this victory has likely led to worse diplomatic relations with Mexico.

A claim is the main idea that you want to put forward in an essay. Most of your essay, therefore, is dedicated to proving your claim. On the other hand, a counterclaim is an argument that expresses a different opinion from that of the claim. If someone with a different opinion than you puts forward a counterclaim for your claim, it is better if you address it in your essay.

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