Components of Argument Writing

Front

Part of the introduction that provides history of the topic.

Back

Background information

Front

Third sentence of body paragraph 1 should contain:

Back

The bridge explaining the evidence in my own words.

Front

LAST sentence of body paragraph 1 should contain:

Back

A concluding sentence summarizing the main idea.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

Third sentence of body paragraph 2:

Back

A bridge explaining the evidence in my own words.

Front

LAST sentence of body paragraph 2?

Back

A concluding sentence summarizing the main idea.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

Second part of the third body paragraph:

Back

The turn-back showing the opposing side is invalid.

Front

First part of conclusion contains:

Back

A restatement of the thesis or claim.

Front

Second part of conclusion paragraph:

Back

2-3 sentence summary of reasons and evidence.

Front

Last part of conclusion paragraph:

Back

A call to action inviting change.

Front

Total paragraphs in an argument essay?

Back

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