Argumentative Paragraphs Lesson

Arguments - two sides

By Tiffany Solod

​You have taken the first step in writing an argumentative essay, since you successfully (for the most part) wrote an argumentative paragraph.

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Now, you have to learn that to successfully write an argumentative research essay, you have to acknowledge that when you are making a stance, there is always another side of the argument.​

Let's learn about making arguments!

​Now that you understand where proper arguments came from and how to do them, it is time to learn how to address both sides of an argument.

I know this is A LOT of information.

But, you already proved you can get started.

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Let's see the steps to writing a full paper:​

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​Step 1: Identify the two sides of the argument.

Step 2: Identify which side you are on.

Step 3: Gather valid & credible research to back up your argument stance.

Step 4: Gather valid & credible research that shows the other side of the argument.

Step 5: Create a thesis statement of your argument.

Step 6: Plan your paper with an outline.

Step 7: Create topic sentences based on your thesis AND the other argument.​

​Your assignment today will be on Commonlit

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Jacqueline Pratt-Tuke is a science and humanities teacher based in Washington, DC. Venom milking is the process of taking the venom, or poison, out of a snake. In this text, Pratt-Tuke explains the important job of venom milking. As you read, take notes on why venom milking is important.

• Pay attention to the arguments as you read.

• Do not rush through, read and annotate thoroughly.​

• On assessment question #4, make sure you use your ACE writing strategy to​ answer the question.

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