Question

Which statement from "March of the Flag” addresses a counterargument?

a “It is a noble land that God has given us; a land that can feed and clothe the world.”
b The opposition tells us that we ought not to govern a people without their consent.”
c “The rule of liberty . . . applies only to those who are capable of self-government.”
d “Would not the natives of the Philippines prefer the just, humane, civilizing government of this Republic . . .?”

Answer 1

b The opposition tells us that we ought not to govern a people without their consent.”

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

The correct option is B.
A counter argument is an argument or a set of reasons which are put forward to oppose an idea that is presented by another argument. From the options given above, it can be seen that it is only option B that is addressing an issue that was put forward by an opposition party. Therefore the statement in option B addresses a counter argument.