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    This document provides information on how to write an effective argumentative essay, including: 1. An argumentative essay takes a position and offers evidence to convince the reader of that position. 2. It should have a clear structure including an introductory paragraph with a thesis statement, body paragraphs with reasons and evidence to support the thesis, and a conclusion that restates the thesis. 3. There are five types of argument claims that can be the basis of an essay: fact, definition, value, cause and effect, and policy. The document gives examples of argumentative essay topics and provides online resources for further information.

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    This document provides information on how to write an effective argumentative essay, including: 1. An argumentative essay takes a position and offers evidence to convince the reader of that position. 2. It should have a clear structure including an introductory paragraph with a thesis statement, body paragraphs with reasons and evidence to support the thesis, and a conclusion that restates the thesis. 3. There are five types of argument claims that can be the basis of an essay: fact, definition, value, cause and effect, and policy. The document gives examples of argumentative essay topics and provides online resources for further information.

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    Argumentative Essay

    An argumentative essay is a persuasive one in


    which you need more than just an opinion to make
    your voice heard. Even the strongest stance won’t
    be convincing if it’s not structured properly and
    reinforced with solid reasoning and evidence

    What is an argument?

     An Argument takes a position on


    an issue and offers reasons and
    supporting evidence to convince
    someone else to accept, or at
    least consider, that position.
     
     It is also used to persuade
    someone to take an action (or
    not to take an action).
    Qualities of a Good Argumentative Essay

     An Argument takes a position on an issue and offers


    reasons and supporting evidence to convince someone
    else to accept, or at least consider, that position.

     It is also used to persuade someone to take an action (or


    not to take an action).

    How To Outline an Argumentative Essay

    Argumentative essays should have a straightforward


    structure so they are easy for readers to follow. The
    goal of an argumentative essay is to clearly outline a
    point of view, reasoning, and evidence. A good
    argumentative essay should follow this structure:

    1. Introductory paragraph. The first paragraph of


    your essay should outline the topic, provide
    background information necessary to understand
    your argument, outline the evidence you will
    present and states your thesis.
    2. The thesis statement. This is part of your first
    paragraph. It is a concise, one-sentence summary
    of your main point and claim.
    3. Body paragraphs. A typical argumentative essay
    comprises three or more paragraphs that explain
    the reasons why you support your thesis. Each
    body paragraph should cover a different idea or
    piece of evidence and contain a topic
    sentence that clearly and concisely explains why
    the reader should agree with your position. Body
    paragraphs are where you back up your claims
    with examples, research, statistics, studies,
    and text citations. Address opposing points of
    view and disprove them or explain why you
    disagree with them. Presenting facts and
    considering a topic from every angle adds
    credibility and will help you gain a reader’s trust.
    4. Conclusion. One paragraph that restates your
    thesis and summarizes all of the arguments made
    in your body paragraphs. Rather than introducing
    new facts or more arguments, a good conclusion
    will appeal to a reader’s emotions. In some cases,
    writers will use a personal anecdote explaining
    how the topic personally affects them.

     There are five types of argument claims that can


    drive you to write your essay:

    1. Fact: whether the statement is true or false.


    2. Definition: the dictionary definition of what you’re
    arguing, plus your own personal interpretation of
    it.
    3. Value: the importance of what you’re arguing.
    4. Cause and effect: what causes the problem in
    your essay and what effects it has.
    5. Policy: why the reader should care and what they
    should do about it after reading.

    Some Examples of Argumentative Essay:

    1.C0rona Virus has saved more people than


    killed.
    2.Examinations should be abolished
    3.Internet has hindered our creativity.
    4.Co-education shouldn’t be allowed in schools.

    Online Reading Link:


    https://essayclick.net/blog/argumentative-essay-outline

    Youtube Watch: Youtube.com/watch?v=mhzlaHXHaK4

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lzGy5gizKg

    Read the Web links for wider understanding and further


    clarification of concepts.
    .Assignment: Choose any one from the examples
    given above and write an essay of 350-400
    words.

    Follow the principles and structure of an


    effective argumentative essay.

    Submit the essay in your next class.

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