I want to write a counterargument in an argumentative essay, but I have a hard time "un"-proving the point I bring up from the other side of the argument. Should I pick a new point?

My essay is on how Teenagers should focus on school instead of work. Thanks!

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Jacobi J.
Feb 22, 2018

Don't pick a new point- think about the two bullet points below:

Explanation:

Not necessarily. Think of the counterargument as what another person would have to say for the other side. If you're arguing that teens should focus on school as opposed to work, think:

  • Why would a teen want to focus on work more than school?

  • What benefit(s) would focusing on work more than school provide?

There's always two sides to an argument, and for help with counterarguments in general, think of what the opposing side would say.

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