I have to write a counterclaim... is this correct?

Though marriage should be a natural right, many people think it's morally wrong because of their religion.

To be sure, we'd have to know what the claim is. Let us know.

claim (:

Happiness shouldn't have to be legalized, it's a natural right given to everyone that enters the world.

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/588/03/

Claim: The overall thesis the writer will argue for.

Counterclaim: A claim that negates or disagrees with the thesis/claim.


So far, there seems to be something missing between the claim and your sentence that's supposed to be a counter claim. I'd say you need to clarify both the claim AND the counterclaim.

You should also read about Proposition Statement and Refutation here.

http://powa.org/index.php/convince/form-tradition-and-innovation

Yes, writing a counterclaim involves acknowledging and addressing opposing viewpoints or arguments. Your statement is an example of a counterclaim because it presents an opposing perspective to the idea that marriage should be a natural right.

To strengthen your counterclaim, you can further develop the arguments made by those who believe marriage is morally wrong based on their religious beliefs. This can involve explaining their religious principles or values, how they interpret religious texts, and why they believe it conflicts with the notion of marriage being a natural right. By providing a well-reasoned and evidence-based counterclaim, you can engage in a comprehensive analysis of the topic.