5 Paragraph Analytical Philosophical E s s a y Instructions

5 Paragraph Analytical Philosophical Essay Instructions

I. Introduction - (4-5 sentences)

a. Hook

b. Thesis statement

c. How you’re going to prove the thesis

II. Body Paragraph #1 (9-12 sentences)

a. Topic Sentence – Original Argument

i. Claim

1. Evidence/Example

2. Tie to the topic sentence

ii. Claim

1. Evidence/Example

2. Tie to the topic sentence

iii. Claim

1. Evidence/Example

2. Tie to the topic sentence

III. Body Paragraph #2 - (9-12 sentences)

a. Topic Sentence – Counter Argument Against Original Argument

i. Counter Claim

1. Evidence/Example

2. Tie to the topic sentence

ii. Counter Claim

1. Evidence/Example

2. Tie to the topic sentence

iii. Counter Claim

1. Evidence/Example

2. Tie to the topic sentence

IV. IV. Body Paragraph #3 - (9-12 sentences)

a. Topic Sentence – Original Argument’s Response to Counter Argument

(DO NOT SIMPLY REPEAT THE ORIGINAL ARGUMENT)

i. Rejoinder Claim

1. Evidence/Example

2. Tie to the topic sentence

ii. Rejoinder Claim

1. Evidence/Example

2. Tie to the topic sentence

iii. Rejoinder Claim

1. Evidence/Example

2. Tie to the topic sentence

V. Conclusion ­ (4-5 sentences) Begin paragraph with, “In conclusion…”

a. Restatement of main points that leave reader with sense of closure

Paper Assignment – Analytical Philosophical Essay – PHIL 1301 – Summer 2 – HCC

*You must follow all of the Analytical Philosophical Essay Instructions provided by the instructor.

*You will be graded on:

1. Following the instructions and the outline provided

2. Persuasiveness of the arguments you provide

3. Original thinking

4. Critical thinking

5. Use of relevant examples

*You may not directly quote any outside sources; however, you may make reference to real historical events, ideas, beliefs, cultural or social practices, etc.

*You must choose one of the following claims as your original argument:

God exists.

*The purpose of this paper is to:

1. Engage you in critical/logical thinking

2. Encourage you to objectively consider alternative points of view

3. Teach you to write a philosophical paper