ARGUMENTATIVE
ESSAY
Curriculum Guide (May 2016) pp. 223
Updated BOW page 105
G10 Lesson Exemplar Second Quarter pp 10-15
Father God,
As we start this new day for new learning, we ask
for Your guidance.
Lead us all the way. May You let us see through
Your eyes, listen through Your ears, and speak with
Your Mouth.
Be with us as we explore the world.
Give us the heart to love and be kind to one
another. Please watch over all our teachers,
children, and families.
In Jesus’ name.
Amen
After the lesson, the learners are expected to;
1.define argumentative writing,
2.identify the characteristics of an
argumentative essay by analyzing examples,
3.enumerate the key structural elements of
argumentative writing; and,
4.draft an argumentative essay observing the
correct parts and format.
PROS
Topic:
The wearing of face
masks in indoor and
outdoor settings
shall be voluntary.
Wearing masks will now be
voluntary in all indoor and
outdoor spaces, except in
healthcare facilities, medical
transport vehicles, and all
types of public transport.
CONS
Directions:
Read the statements carefully. In your
notebook, write AGREE if the statement
expresses the truth about argumentative
texts, and DISAGREE if it says otherwise.
______________ 1. The main goal of an argumentative text is
to tell a story.
______________ 2. An argumentative text persuades readers
to believe a certain claim or opinion.
______________ 3. When writing an argumentative text such
as an essay, it is important to include evidences that
support your claim.
______________ 4. Argumentative texts basically present and
describe a topic.
______________ 5. Understanding the pros and cons of an
issue is an essential aspect of argumentative writing.
______________ 6. One’s choice of words matters in
clearly expressing his/her arguments about an issue.
______________ 7. An argumentative essay presents a
writer’s stand or rationale regarding a certain issue.
______________ 8. The pattern of idea development in
an argumentative text is the same for every author.
______________ 9. Research plays a big role in ensuring
the worth and validity of one’s claims and ideas in an
argumentative essay.
______________ 10. Argumentative writing usually
shows a more subjective style of writing as the writer
explains his or her views about the topic.
ARGUMENTATION
While expressing opinions or claims about an issue seems
to be an easy thing to do, writing effective argumentative
texts, such as an argumentative essay, is actually not. It
requires a clear understanding of what argumentative
writing is, knowing structural patterns of argumentative
texts, employing techniques in researching and supporting
a claim, as well as using language features appropriate
for argumentation.
Argumentative writing is sometimes called
persuasive writing because it seeks to
convince readers to support a stand on a
certain issue. It also requires the writer to
examine a topic or issue which involves the
collection, generation and evaluation of
exhibits
and/or
evidences.
It
further
emphasizes the writer’s agreement or
disagreement on particular proposition.
Proposition is very essential in argumentative writing.
It serves as the point of reference of the
argumentative writer. It is where the writer decides
whether to express his/her agreement or
disagreement. In doing so, it is necessary that
he/she gathers information and/or evidences that
would support his/her stand.
One of the most common forms of argumentative
writing is an argumentative essay.
An argumentative essay is an essay that presents a
stand or a rationale on a given proposition or issue.
In this essay, the main argument presented is
elaborated and explained through the presentation
of its pros and cons. The main objective of an
argumentative essay is to convince or persuade the
reader into considering your stand or argument on
an issue.
Key Structural Elements of Argumentative Writing
(a) a claim,
(b) reasons behind this claim, and
(c) evidences to support this specific claim
NOTE:
The pattern of idea development in argumentative writing
may vary from one writer to another.
The structure of developing an argumentative essay largely
depends on how a writer intends to present his or her main
argument, and how he or she wishes to develop the main
idea presented by backing it up with supporting details or
evidences.
Assignment:
Define and provide examples:
Modals
Transitional Devices