The
purpose of an argumentative essay is to persuade readers to agree with the
writer’s point of view or to take
action. An effective argument paragraph has these
essential elements:
1. The argument expresses the writer’s
point of view and supports it by giving evidence.
2. The supporting evidence consists of
facts, statistics, examples, personal experiences, expert testimony, and
consequences.
3. The supporting evidence is logical,
developed, and convincing.
4. Word choices should be neutral and
fair-minded.
Peace has been promoted by well-respected leaders for many years. Is the concept of peace outdated?
Introduction
• Use an interesting "Hook" to
get the rhetorical statement, anecdote,
startling
fact or statistic]
• Give a bit of background
information
about
the situation you’re discussing.
• Finish with a thesis
statement that
states
the main idea of the essay and
clearly
expresses your opinion.
Body
Paragraphs
• Start each body paragraph
with a
topic
sentence.
• Each paragraph should give a
different
reason for the reader to
agree
with your position.
• Provide evidence to support
your _
opinions:
facts, statistics, examples,
anecdotes,
interview quotations, or
expert
opinions.
• One of the body paragraphs should
address
objections someone might
make
towards your opinion. Tell the
reader
why their possible objection
(counterargument)
will not be a
problem.
• Use transitional words
and phrases to
connect
ideas.
Concluding
Paragraph
• Restate your thesis is a new
way.
• Make a call to action to request the
reader’s help.
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