Practice Engaging with Counterarguments/Nuance - 5.4.4 | Module 5: - Critical Study and Independent Inquiry (HL Only) | IB 11 English
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Engaging with Counterarguments/Nuance

5.4.4 - Engaging with Counterarguments/Nuance

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Question 1 Easy

Define counterargument in your own words.

💡 Hint: Think about what it means to disagree with a statement.

Question 2 Easy

Explain why nuance is important in literary analysis.

💡 Hint: Consider how characters or themes can be both good and bad.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of a counterargument in an essay?

To confuse readers
To weaken the main argument
To strengthen the argument by addressing opposing views

💡 Hint: Think about how discussions often include differing opinions.

Question 2

True or False: Including counterarguments can make an essay less persuasive.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider whether recognizing different arguments adds value.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a literary scene that can be interpreted in two different ways. Write about both interpretations and how each reflects a different understanding of the text.

💡 Hint: Think about how context can shift interpretation.

Challenge 2 Hard

Critically assess a counterargument related to the theme of power in 1984 and discuss its implications on the main argument regarding totalitarianism.

💡 Hint: Recall how opposing views shape the heart of the matter.

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