argumentative

EH Division 1

Essay 3: Classical Argument Guided Drafting Guide Pt. 2 The purpose of this handout is to help you draft the final essay in the class. This worksheet deals with the final three sections of the Classical Argument. You may fill in the blanks.

Evidence or Confirmation of Argument The discussion of warrants (principles/laws of society), assumptions (shared values/beliefs), should be in this portion. What are the assumptions associated with your claim? You need to explain these because the audience needs to understand the kinds of values that make your claim creditable. This is where you should have sources to build your authority (ethos). You could create a story or testimony about the creditability of your claim. What is the “goodness” of your position or the positives? What kinds of belief statements are associated with your claim? Are there some moral lessons? You should include sources.

EH Division 2

Refutation or Counterevidence What are some major objections to my claim? What questions do you need to address for your audience to understand? Explain why your audience could be wrong, and how you are right?

Objection 1:

Explain why the objection is wrong. Objection 2:

Explain why the objection is wrong.

Objection 3:

Explain why the objection is wrong.

EH Division 3

Conclusion What are your reasons for wanting this claim or reasons for your position (logos)? Are there some benefits or improvements to society if your claim is accepted? Possible call to action?

1. Benefit/advantage/solution?

2. Benefit/advantage/solution?

3. Benefit/advantage/solution?