Argumentative Writing Basics

How many paragraphs are there in an argumentative essay?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

What is the correct order of the paragraphs?

• Intro, PEEL1, PEEL2, Counter-Argument+Rebuttal, Conclusion

• Intro, PEEL1, Counter-Argument+Rebuttal, PEEL2, Conclusion

• Intro, PEEL1, PEEL2, Conclusion

• Intro, Counter-Argument+Rebuttal, PEEL1, PEEL2, Conclusion

What does P in PEEL stand for?

What do the two Es in PEEL stand for?

• Exemplar

• Emasculate

• Example

• Expel

• Explanation

What does L in PEEL stand for?

What are some transition words/phrases I can use to write P in PEEL?

• Firstly,

• First and foremost,

• In my opinion,

• However,

What are some words I can use to introduce my example? (E)

• For example,

• For nothing,

• For instance,

• For show,

Which of the following words can I use for my Link? (L in PEEL)

• Thus,

• Therefore,

• However,

• Nonetheless,

Which of the following can I use to start my Counter-Argument paragraph?

• Some people say that...

• However,

• Some critics say that...

• Firstly,

How should I start my rebuttal?

• As a result,

• Nonetheless,

• However,

• Also,