Environmental Science

1. Introduction

___A. Introduce the topic 2

___B. Provide history or background on the topic 2

___C. Describe your view of the issue (thesis) 3

2. Opposing Argument

___A. Briefly describe some of the counter arguments 1

___B. List some facts or details that support the counter claim 2

___C. Refute the opposing view using facts or details that support your side 2

3. Your Argument - 3 Points of Attack, try to make your points directly refute the counter

argument points when possible.

___A. State the first point of your argument 1

_____1. Give your personal opinion about the point 3

_____2. Provide evidence, research, testimony, other detail that support your opinion 3

___B. State the second point of your argument 1

_____1. Give your personal opinion about the point 3

_____2. Provide evidence, research, testimony, other detail that support your opinion 3

___C. State the third point of your argument 1

_____1. Give your personal opinion about the point 3

_____2. Provide evidence, research, testimony, other detail that support your opinion 3

4. Conclusion

___A. Restate both sides of the argument 2

___B. Summarize your three argument points 2

___C. Provide a plan of action 3