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Explanation:

Analyze the components of the paragraph

The paragraph contains:

• A clear claim/argument: "The schoolwide food drive is an important program..." and "Therefore, it is imperative that the student council continue to encourage students..."
• Reasons: It helps the community, instills responsibility, and needs student council support to be promoted.
• Evidence: "Last year, students collected over 600 canned goods..." and "many students said that helping with the drive was the first volunteer program they had ever participated in."

Identify the missing component

The paragraph presents a one-sided argument supporting the food drive. It does not mention, address, or refute any opposing viewpoints or counterarguments. Therefore, a counterclaim is missing.

Answer:

• evidence
• reason
• counterclaim (Correct answer)
• argument