Question

instructions
read the question carefully and select the best answer.
which of the following claims best supports the argument about reality tv in the counterpoint essay?
a celebrity and competition reality tv shows have a clear and lasting negative influence on their viewers.
b no one is going to be able to solve the question of whether reality tv has any influence over its viewers.
c viewers are becoming more knowledgeable about difficult subjects and are able to improve their lives because of what they see on reality tv.
d viewers no longer demand quality programming because of the cheap thrills they get watching reality tv.

Explanation:

To determine the claim that supports the argument about reality TV in the Counterpoint essay, we analyze each option:

• Option A: If the Counterpoint argues that reality TV has negative impacts, a claim about celebrity and competition reality shows having a clear and lasting negative influence on viewers would support it.
• Option B: Stating no one can solve the influence question doesn't support a specific argument about reality TV's impact.
• Option C: Viewers' knowledge of difficult subjects improving is more likely a pro - reality TV point, not a counterpoint (assuming Counterpoint is critical).
• Option D: Viewers' demand for quality programming due to reality TV thrills is also a more positive or neutral take, not supporting a critical counterpoint.

So, Option A is the most likely to support a Counterpoint argument (critical of reality TV) as it directly asserts a negative influence.

Answer:

A. Celebrity and competition reality TV shows have a clear and lasting negative influence on their viewers.