Argumentative Research Paper for English 1A

Argumentative Research Paper Outline Introductory Paragraph(1 - 3):

Find an occasion to introduce the Topic (anecdote, case study, definition, etc) Lead into the issue with your topic What is the issue and who is being affected?

Summary of supporting point of views

Summary of Main opposing point of views Your Thesis (Topic + Argument) Body Paragraphs 3 - 5: YOUR reasons that support your thesis.

Topic Sentence: (reason 1) Context: Quote/Example: *Cite from sources Explanation/Analysis/Argument

Topic Sentence: (reason 2) Context: Quote/Example: *Cite from sources Explanation/Analysis/Argument Body Paragraphs 5-7: Counterargument & Refutation

Topic Sentence: (1 Strong Reason that goes against your thesis) Context: Quote/Example: *Cite from Opposing Article

Explanation/Analysis Topic Sentence: STRONGEST reason 3 (Refutation of that counter argument). Context: Quote/Example: *Cite from your sources Explanation/Analysis/Argument Conclusion: Summary of research + unresolved issues + Why should your readers care? On separate pages: Works Cited Page Annotated Bibliography