Question

which option is the best counterclaim for the following claim? school uniforms should be required in high school. school uniforms may deter crime and increase student safety. school uniforms restrict students’ freedom of expression. school uniforms keep students focused on their education, not their clothes.

Explanation:

A counterclaim opposes the original claim. The original claim is that school uniforms should be required. The first and third options support the claim (saying uniforms have positive effects like safety or focus). The second option, "School uniforms restrict students’ freedom of expression," argues against requiring uniforms, so it's a counterclaim.

Answer:

B. School uniforms restrict students’ freedom of expression.