Essay Structure English 10 Define that please argumentative Adjective 1 given to expressing divergent or opposite views 2 using or characterized by systematic reasoning Components an introduction ID: 792991
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Argumentative Writing and Essay Structure
English 10
Slide2Define that please.
ar·gu·men·ta·tive
Adjective
1. given
to expressing divergent or opposite views.
2. using
or characterized by systematic reasoning
Slide3Components an introduction
1.
2.
3.
Attention getter or the Hook.
Captures the attention of readers and makes them interested in reading more.
General Comments
Creates a bridge between the attention getter and the thesis statement.
Thesis Statement
Conveys the argument being made stance being taken in the paper and may or may not include a road map of topics.
Slide4Types of thesis statements for argumentative writing
Occasion/Position:
Occasion –
states the reason you are writing
Position –
states what you plan to prove
Examples:Even though bike helmets can feel cumbersome or uncomfortable,
all cyclists should wear them.Although human casualties are alarming in any situation, the United States should not become involved in Syria
.
Even though the United States is sometimes criticized for “policing the world
,
”
the U.S. needs to take an active military stand against Syria
.
Slide5More transitions that work with occasion/position statements
In order to
If
After
Since
BeforeWheneverAs long asAs
Even thoughAlthoughUnlessWhileWhenEvenAs ifWhetherUntil
Even ifWhereverAs soon as
Slide6Types of thesis statements cont’d.
However statements
(using a conjunctive adverb to connect ideas and build a complex sentence)
State the overall issue
; however,
state the position
The penny has been in circulation since 1797; however, it is time to make a change and do away with the penny
in US currency.
Slide7Other conjunctive adverbs
a
s a result
c
onsequently
furthermorein factmeanwhile
likewise ;
, overall issue conjunctive adverb
position
Slide8Supporting paragraphs (at least 2)
Begin with a supporting claim (topic sentence).
Use cited evidence that supports the claim.
Use warrants and additional explanation to show why the claim is valid.
End with a concluding sentence.
Slide9Opposing Position
Counterclaim = opposing side claim
Slide10Opposing Position Paragraphs
Begin with a counterclaim (topic sentence)
Introduce cited evidence that backs up the counterclaim’s argument
Transition to the rebuttal and point out flaws in the opposition.
Concluding sentence.
**You will want to bring up at least two facts from the opposing position – this could be accomplished in one or two paragraphs.
Slide11Concluding Paragraph
Restatement of thesis
Same idea as the thesis but different words
General Comments
Tie up loose ends add any more details
Final comments
– reaffirming your position
leave the reading thinking
Slide12Style Pointers
Use transitions to move from one idea to the next and especially when changing from claims to counterclaims
Avoid vague words (stuff)
Write in 3
rd
person onlyCite all facts (anything that isn’t common sense)