argumentative essay

It is a kind of essay, In this type of essay we not only give information but also present an supporting ideas and CONS... The function of an argumentative essay: To prove that your op

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It is a kind of essay, In this type

of essay we not only give information but also present an

(supporting ideas) and CONS

The function of an argumentative

essay:

To prove that your opinion about some fact, problem or phenomenon is correct or more truthful than others

There are a few types of argumentative compositions such

as:

1 Advantages and disadvantages

2 Expressing opinions/providing solutions to problems

3 Expressing arguments for and against a topic

4 Compare and contrast

something or somebody

Parts in an argumentative essay

• I Introduction

• II Body

A First point and supporting info

B Second point and supporting

info

C Third point and supporting info

• III Conclusion

• Provides background on the

topic

• Presents a thesis that

describes the stance of the writer on the given topic

2 Body:

• Each paragraph should present

evidence that supports the

writer’s thesis

• Should include ample evidence

of research and critical thinking

• Each topic sentence should

relate back to the thesis and

the argument being presented

• Restate the writer’s argument

• Reiterate the key supporting

points

There are three possible organization patterns

• Pattern 1:

Thesis statement:

PRO idea 1 PRO idea 2

CON(s) + Refutation(s)

Conclusion

Pattern 2:

Thesis statement:

CON(s) + Refutation(s)

PRO idea 1 PRO idea 2

Pattern 3:

Thesis statement:

CON idea 1 -> Refutation CON idea 2 -> Refutation CON idea 3 -> Refutation

Conclusion

Tips for Your Essay:

• Avoid emotional language

• Know the difference between a logical

conclusion and an emotional point of view

• Don't make up evidence

• Cite your sources

• Make an outline

• Be prepared to defend your side by

knowing the strongest arguments for the other side You might be challenged by the teacher or by another student

Thank you for your

attention!