Question

Read the following excerpt from an argumentative essay. Answer the question that follows:
Critics might say that smart phones in the classroom cause too many distractions. A 2009 article in Education Magazine made just such a claim. Although cell phones can certainly cause distractions, current research suggests that teachers and students are putting phones to better use. A 2013 Educator Insider poll reveals that 67% of high school instructors now encourage students to use phones in the classroom setting. Students without phones are actually at a disadvantage in the classroom. The poll lists Internet access, spell checks, and collaboration as three key uses of smart phones in an educational setting.

Based on this excerpt, what is most likely the original claim the author made in this argumen

Answer 1

ok idk if your online but basically look how the paragraph is structured

Answer 2

an argument paper has 2 or more claims

Answer 3

the first claim is about why cell phones shouldnt be allowed in the classroom

Answer 4

the counter argument is about why they should be allowed

Answer 5

and the counter argument provides a lot of evidence about the benefits of phones in a class environment

Answer 6

so by reading this and understanding the tone of the paragraph which argument does the author seem to support