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The Argumentative Essay. Everything you need to know to write one!. Step One. Choose a controversial topic that interests you. Step Two. Do some reading on the topic. Here is a website that might help you: www.gc.maricopa.edu/English/topicarg.html. Step Three. Write a thesis statement.
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The Argumentative Essay Everything you need to know to write one!
Step One • Choose a controversial topic that interests you.
Step Two • Do some reading on the topic. Here is a website that might help you: www.gc.maricopa.edu/English/topicarg.html
Step Three • Write a thesis statement. • You may want to use one of the thesis statements provided at: www.gc.maricopa.edu/English/topicarg.html www.tommarch.com/electraguide
Step Four • Choose three ideas to support your argument.
Step Five • Consider the opposing arguments. If you were arguing with your friends, how would they try to prove you were wrong?
Step Six • Organize your ideas into an outline. Paragraph 1 – Introduction includes thesis statement and supporting ideas Paragraph 2 – Opposing argument and your refutation Paragraph 3 – Opposing argument and your refutation Paragraph 4 – Your strongest supporting argument Paragraph 5 – Conclusion includes restatement of thesis and supporting ideas. Make a prediction, a recommendation, or a summary.
Step 7 • Follow your outline and write the essay. • Be sure to edit your writing for grammar, spelling, and word choice errors. • Good Luck!
