Which best addresses the counterclaim that "football should be played in middle school and belongs in the
blank space in Maurice's speech?
Read this excerpt from a speech that Maurice is writing
about the topic of football in middle school
The sport of football should be banned in middle school.
Many people disagree with this position. They think football
is popular and should continue to be played I don't
think children in middle school should be given the choice
about possibly harming their health
• I've watched a lot of football with my dad and brother,
and I understand why people like football, as it can be
really exing
I've always thought football was a silly sport, with the
players trying to knock each other down all the time.
O I understand that people love football, just as they love
baseball and all other ball sports, but not everyone loves
football
O I respect that people love football, but doctors are
saying now that many players get head injuries, and the
helmets don't help prevent those very well.
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