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Outline for an Argumentative Essay -- Classical StructureINTRODUCTION:Background InformationTell who, when, and where (from the text)Give factual summary or information about the topicThesis StatementStates your position on the issueUsually appears at the end on the introductionShould be clear and contain emphatic language (should, ought, must, etc.)BODY PARAGRAPH #1: CLAIM #1Claim #1 (Claim with reasons that support your thesis)Reasons or Evidence to support your claimTypes of Evidence:Text-based examples (short quotes from author of the prompt embedded into your opinions)First-hand examples and experiential knowledge on topic (specific examples that make connections not abstract ideas)Opinions from recognized authoritiesReasons or Evidence to support your claimBODY PARAGRAPH #2: CLAIM #2Claim #2 (Claim with reasons that support your thesis)Reasons or Evidence to support your claimReasons or Evidence to support your claim BODY PARAGRAPH #3: COUNTERARGUMENT/REBUTTALPresent the arguments from the other side of the issue Anticipate and address positions in oppositionPoint out what the opposition is likely to say in response to your argumentBriefly refute the other side’s argument to make your argument strongerRemind your readers of why your argument is the most logical choiceCONCLUSION:Bring essay to a logical endExplain the importance of the issue in a larger contextReiterate why your topic is importantRestate your thesis and the claims that you have made“GRAND STAND” – end with a dramatically persuasive statement that will persuade your readers!List of DO’S & DON’TS FOR ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAYSDO:*embed small quoted phrases from the text to support your claims*use third person pov*create a clear and concise thesis statement to direct your essay*use this structure as a GUIDE (not the law) for writing an argumentative essay, however there are other forms and structures*add more claims or supportive paragraphs if necessary!DONT:*use contractions (don’t, won’t, would’ve, it’s, he’s, etc.)*use second person pov (you) or first person pov (I)*use “I believe” or “I feel” – as this is your paper, there is no need to state that this is your person opinion ................
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