Argument Writing

Front

Hook: first sentence that pulls the reader in

Back

the first sentence of the piece where you pull the reader in

Front

Giving information

Back

Middle part of the first paragraph providing background on the topic.

Front

Example of strong evidence?

Back

Quoting a scientist.

Front

A part of a body paragraph

Back

this is an answer, or reason

Front

B part of a body paragraph

Back

explains the why or how of the answer

Front

E1 part of a body paragraph

Back

Text evidence or example supporting the answer

Front

E2 of body paragraph

Back

shows why something is important

Front

Your claim should list reasons supporting your view.

Back

false

Front

Counterclaim:

Back

Statement of opposing viewpoint.

Front

Refutation

Back

Refutes or explains why the opposing viewpoint is incorrect.