This document outlines the structure and key components of an argumentative essay, including an introduction with a hook and thesis statement, body paragraphs with reasons and evidence to support the claim along with counterarguments and refutations, and a conclusion that restates the thesis. The purpose of an argumentative essay is to convince the reader of the author's opinion on a controversial topic through presenting a claim, evidence, and addressing alternative viewpoints.
This document outlines the structure and key components of an argumentative essay, including an introduction with a hook and thesis statement, body paragraphs with reasons and evidence to support the claim along with counterarguments and refutations, and a conclusion that restates the thesis. The purpose of an argumentative essay is to convince the reader of the author's opinion on a controversial topic through presenting a claim, evidence, and addressing alternative viewpoints.
This document outlines the structure and key components of an argumentative essay, including an introduction with a hook and thesis statement, body paragraphs with reasons and evidence to support the claim along with counterarguments and refutations, and a conclusion that restates the thesis. The purpose of an argumentative essay is to convince the reader of the author's opinion on a controversial topic through presenting a claim, evidence, and addressing alternative viewpoints.
The purpose of an argumentative essay is to convince the reader to agree with your opinion about a controversial topic. A good argumentative essay includes: • Your claim • Reasons/evidence that support your claim • Possible counterarguments and why they are incorrect An argumentative essay is structured in the following way:
Introduction Paragraph1 Hook
Background Information Claim/Thesis Statement Body Paragraph 2 1st Reason/Evidence • Details • Details Paragraph 3 2nd Reason/Evidence • Details • Details Paragraph 4 3rd Reason/Evidence • Details • Details Paragraph 5 Counterargument #1 • refute/attack Counterargument #2 • refute/attack Conclusion Paragraph 6 Restate Claim/Thesis in a different way
DIRECTIONS: Use this information to outline your argumentative essay.