Introduction to the Argumentative Essay
What do you think an argumentative essay is?
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I think an argumentative essay is
Explain in your own words how argumentative writing is different from persuasive
writing.
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Which topics from the choices below would be best for an argumentative essay?
○ Benefits of regular exercise to improve overall health
○ Students should have longer lunch breaks at school
○ How solar energy works
Follow the video and make note of the answers she provides for the fill-in-the-blanks below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZKUeEBryOk
1. Most argumentative essays have
2. The Introduction includes:
paragraphs.
, background
that is also called the
3. The thesis statement is the
clearly states the writer’s
support the argument.
4. There are
, and a
.
part of the paragraph. It
. It is followed by
that
Body Paragraphs. The first two body paragraphs provide
,
, and explanations.
5. Each body paragraph begins with
word
6. Each reason must be followed with
7. List 4 types of credible evidence.
a.
b.
c.
d.
8. Credit must be provided with an
provide credit
a. In-text citation includes author’s
and a
How to
and
9. Body paragraph 3 includes the
and the
a. Counterargument:
position
i.
Adds credibility and helps gain the reader’s
b. Rebuttal - provides a
to disprove the
counterargument
10. The Conclusion is the final paragraph restates the
and ends with a
11. The Conclusion should not have
, summairzes
about the topic.
or evidence.
12. A Reference List or Bibliography is always included. It is organized in
order.