Argumentative Essay

It is a type of essay that presents both sides of the issue or topics. It could be that both sides are
presented equally balanced, or it could be that one side is presented more forcefully than the
other. It requires the student to investigate a topic; collect, generate, and evaluate evidence;
and establish a position on the topic in a concise manner. It all depends on the writer, and what
side he supports the most. It seeks to persuade or to change the reader’s mind by convincing
the reader to agree with the writer’s claim.

Argumentative Essay Format

1. Introduction
 Explain the importance of the issue
 Provide background information of the issue
 Provides a thesis statement which is your claim or stand in the issue

2. Body
Paragraph 1:

Claim point 1+ support/evidence + counterclaim point 1 + refutation

 Present your first supporting point

 Support the points with facts, statistics , quotes (an expert on the topic) or examples
 Present the opposing or counter point to the above claim
 Support the points with examples or research to illustrate their position

Paragraph 2:

Claim point 2+ support/evidence + counterclaim point 2 + refutation

 Present your second supporting point

 Support the points with facts, statistics , quotes (an expert on the topic) or examples
 Present the opposing or counter point to the above claim
 Support the points with examples or research to illustrate their position

Paragraph 3

Claim point 3+ support/evidence + counterclaim point 3 + refutation

 Present your first supporting point

 Support the points with facts, statistics , quotes (an expert on the topic) or examples
 Present the opposing or counter point to the above claim
 Support the points with examples or research to illustrate their position
3. Conclusion
 restate thesis and main points in different words
 might have call to action (Urge the reader to take an specific action or recommend a remedy
that reflects your stance.)