argumentative essay
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Module_4__argument_powerpoint.pptReview
Opening:
Must be enticing and draw the reader in. How can a writer do this? What methods can be used?
2. Definition of the topic
This is needed only when the topic needs to be defined. For instance, if I am writing an argument stating country living is better than city living, I must define what each is.
3. I may need background information.
Again, if I am writing about country living and its benefits over city living, I need to state how I know which is best (my experience). This may be a sentence or two stating when I lived in each.
4. A complete thesis statement
I must now make sure I have the three items:
Topic (country and city living, for instance)
My stand about them (that country living is better).
Why? It is quieter, cleaner, more friendly.
5. My proofs (evidence)
What experiences will I use to support this. I need to provide proof that it is quieter, cleaner, and more friendly. These can be personal proofs.
6. Refutation
I need to include the opposition’s main points. What would the opposition of this topic say?
There are more conveniences in the city.
I save gas money
I have more opportunity
Why do I want to include refutation? What’s the point?
7. A conclusion that is complete:
It must include a summary of my entire paper and a restatement of my thesis.
