Argumentative Essay Lesson

A bit like a debate in writing. You pick a side on a topic and try to convince others to agree with you. You give reasons, evidence, and examples to support your opinion, like building a strong case for your point of view.

• Narrative Writing

• Informational/Explanatory Writing

• Argumentative Writing

• RACES Paragraph

Do you believe that social media has a positive or negative impact on society? Take a stance on this issue and support your argument with evidence, examples, and logical reasoning. Consider factors such as communication, mental health, privacy, and social interaction in your response.

• Narrative Essay Prompt

• Informational/Explanatory Essay Prompt

• Argumentative Essay Prompt

• RACES Paragraph

Should students be required to wear school uniforms? Take a position on this issue and present arguments to support your viewpoint. Consider aspects such as equality, discipline, school culture, and individual expression in your argument. Provide evidence and examples to strengthen your stance.

• Narrative Essay Prompt

• Informational/Explanatory Essay Prompt

• Argumentative Essay Prompt

• RACES Paragraph

Analyze the impact of technology on human communication. Discuss both the positive and negative effects, and argue whether the benefits outweigh the drawbacks. Support your position with examples and evidence from research.

• Narrative Essay Prompt

• Informational/Explanatory Essay Prompt

• Argumentative Essay Prompt

• RACES Paragraph

Should genetically modified organisms (GMOs) be more strictly regulated or banned entirely? Take a position on this controversial issue and provide evidence to support your argument. Consider factors such as food safety, environmental impact, agricultural practices, and ethical concerns in your response.

• Narrative Essay Prompt

• Informational/Explanatory Essay Prompt

• Argumentative Essay Prompt

• RACES Paragraph

Which essay type takes a stance on an issue?

• Informative

• Argumentative

• Narrative

My first step before writing my essay is to analyze the prompt. Which step is part of analyzing the prompt?

• Identify the topic

• Identify the format

• Identify the audience

• All are correct

Which type of essay requires you to take a stance on a topic and support it with evidence?

• Narrative Essay

• Descriptive Essay

• Argumentative Essay

• Expository Essay

What is the primary purpose of an argumentative essay?

• To entertain the reader

• To inform the reader

• To persuade the reader

• To describe a scene

In an argumentative essay, what is a counterargument?

• An argument that supports your thesis

• An argument that opposes your thesis

• An argument that is irrelevant

• An argument that is humorous