How to write the best Argumentative Essay

The purpose of an Argumentative Essay is to write with a purpose by taking a position on an issue and making sure you provide reasons and evidence for support.

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Step one: Analyze The Topic tells you to.. (select all that apply)

• understand what you have to do.

• read the story.

• explore different perspectives.

• ask questions about the plot.

Step 2: Plan The Essay tells you to... (select all that apply)

• brain storm your thoughts.

• write 5 paragraphs

• include an Introduction, 2 supporting paragraphs, 1 opposing paragraph and a conclusion.

• just write the first draft.

Step 3: Choose your Position tells you to... (select all that apply)

• ask yourself questions about the topic.

• separate your ideas by positive and negative points.

• pick 2 "for" points and 1 "against" point.

• write your introduction paragraph.

Step 4: Begin the Writing Work tells you to... (select all that apply)

• briefly share your arguments in your thesis statement.

• have 3 opposing body paragraphs.

• have 2 supporting body paragraphs.

• have a clear conclusion.

In an Argumentative Essay remember to...

• use evidence to support your argument.

• only write about your feelings and knowledge.

• include 6 paragraphs.

• force your reader to believe in your argument.

In an Argumentative Essay remember to...

• force your opinion on the reader.

• convince your readers about something that is false.

• make sure you answered the question properly.

• introduce a new topic in the conclusion paragraph.

In an Argumentative Essay remember to never...

• use evidence to support your argument.

• get off track by introducing a new argument.

• give your readers something to think about.

• have a hook to grab the reader's attention.

In an Argumentative Essay remember to never...

• convince the reader's of something that is false.

• use evidence.

• include information about the opposing position.

• try to get the reader's attention.

In an Argumentative Essay remember to... (select all that apply)

• write with a purpose.

• include support for your thesis/claim.

• include the perspective of the opposing side.

• support you claim with evidence.