English

Derick Bennett

18 December, 21:31

More restrictions need to be placed on owners of exotic

monkeys. Unlike cats and dogs, monkeys are likely to contract

diseases from humans because of our genetic similarities. There

are opponents who are in favor of owning monkeys without

restrictions, but their arguments ultimately fail. Monkey

ownership should be more tightly regulated.

Which statement best describes the author's use of a claim and a counterclaim in

the passage?

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A. The claim is clear and supported with a reason, but the counterclaim is

unclear.

O

B. The claim and counterclaim are clear, but the claim is not supported with

a reason.

O

C. The claim is unclear and not supported with a reason, but the

counterclaim is clear.

D. The claim and counterclaim are unclear, and the claim is not supported

with a reason.