Argumentative

· Hook (must use technique from ch. 1 – NO QUESTIONS!!! )

· Background information (why topic is relevant & important)

· Thesis statement (includes, topic, your point of view, and the main reasons to support it)

Body Paragraph #1 (First supporting argument – minimum 8 sentences):

· Supporting argument:

· Details:

Body Paragraph #2 (Second supporting argument – minimum 8 sentences):

· Supporting argument:

· Details:

Body Paragraph #3 (Counterargument & Refutation – minimum 8 sentences):

· Counterargument:

· Support Counterargument:

· Refutation (how the counterargument is flawed or invalid – DO NOT bring up any support for YOUR side of the argument):

Conclusion:

· Summarize supporting arguments:

· Remind reader why topic is important:

· End with a strong recommendation: