Question

(1) What is a counterclaim?

An analysis of a personal situation using opinions
An analysis of a controversial issue using arguments
A statement that takes a stand on a controversial issue
A statement that responds to and defends against something

(2) If a claim is logical, that means it is

not sensible
based on opinion
founded on fact
not compelling

(3) Which of the following is a true statement?

Argumentation and persuasive writing mean the same thing.
Argumentation is what you try to avoid when practicing rhetoric.
Argumentation and rhetoric are the same skill with different names.
Argumentation is based on logic while persuasive writing uses emotion.

Answer 1

1) Counterclaim-A statement that responds to and defends against something

(When someone makes a false claim on the other person ,then the other person can defend himself by making a counterclaim)

Step-by-step explanation:

1) Counterclaim-A statement that responds to and defends against something

(When someone makes a false claim on the other person ,then the other person can defend himself by making a counterclaim)

2) If a claim is logical, that means it is founded on fact

(A claim that is base on logic means that it supported by appropriate fact and figures and not just that it is based on someone's opinion)

For Example:If Scientist claim that the earth is round then they have certain facts and figure to prove the same .

3) Argumentation is based on logic while persuasive writing uses emotion.

An argument is done to defend oneself or somebody .So it has to be based on logic and not emotions.Whereas Persuasive writing uses emotions because it focuses directly on the emotions of the individual, using statements that impact the tastes, desires, beliefs, value and ideologies of a person is persuasive writing.