Argumentative essays:

How to write a claim (thesis)

Useful words to use in your claim:

• should
• in order to
• Despite ___(n.)___,
• Although ____,
• ____ Nevertheless,

Examples:

• _____ should _____ in order to _____.

The government should pass laws banning pornography in order to protect children on the internet.

• Despite _____, _____ is important/essential/beneficial in order to _____.

Despite the risks, sending humans to Mars is essential in order to protect humanity’s future.

• Although _____, _____ should ______ in order to _____.

Although exploring Mars has benefits, exploration should be limited to machines in order to protect
the lives of astronauts.

• ______. Nevertheless, _______.

Ride-sharing apps like Uber are obviously convenient. Nevertheless, they should be limited since
they contribute to more traffic on the roads, encourage low driver wages, and have little regulation.