Argumentative Essay

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What is an essay?

What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

1. to compare and contrast two different or similar things.
2. to convince the reader by using logic and evidence
3. to answer a question through research of the relevant literature
4. to analyze a piece of literature from different angles

What is a counterargument in an argumentative essay?

1. A restatement of the thesis
2. An opposing viewpoint that is addressed and refuted.
3. A rhetorical question
4. A supporting example

What is the role of evidence in an argumentative essay?

1. To entertain the reader
2. To support the claims and convince the audience.
3. To provide background information
4. To introduce counterarguments

What is the structure of an argumentative essay?

1. Introduction, thesis, personal opinion
2. Body paragraphs, anecdotes, summary
3. Conclusion, analysis, evidence
4. Introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion.

What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

1. A conclusion based on evidence
2. A summary of the opposing viewpoint
3. A rhetorical question
4. A statement that asserts a position on a topic.

So, what is it?

Definition: An argumentative essay is a text type that takes a stand on an issue and uses logic
and evidence to convince (purpose) readers (audience) (Kirszner & Mandell, 2011). 

Argumentative essay assignments require research based on external sources. (Baker et al., 2013)

Structure: How many paragraphs should an argumentative essay have?

What could be a good way to start the introduction?

Any questions about how to write an argumentative essay?

Practise: thesis statement & introduction

Find the booklet: 

How to write an argumentative essay in the Classroom

Do exercise 1 (page 4)

exercise 2, 3 and 4. (page 5)

Finish these at home if you don't have enough time!

What topic would you find interesting to discuss in your argumentative essay?

Homework for next week:

Finish exercises 1  - 4. (pages 4 & 5)

(of How to write an argumentative essay)

Keep reading. Act 1 of the play (pages 1 - 45) should be finished by the end of next week!

= follow the planner

(No lesson on Wednesday, because of PWS)