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I. OBJECTIVES
Define argumentative essay
Identify the parts of argumentative essay
Express one’s argument through essay
E. Strategies
1 . Discussion
2. Utilizing technology
III. PROCEDURE
1. Prayer
2. Greetings
3. Checking of attendance
EXAMINE IT!
The teacher will show picture then let the learners examine the picture. Then, the learners will
answer the questions that follow.
Directions: Read an example of an argumentative essay then answer the task that
follows.
(1)Aggressive driving is a phenomenon, which has only recently got the public worried.
(2)The National Highway Traffic Safety Council (NHTSC) defines aggressive driving as “the
operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or
property”. (3)Actions such as running red lights, improper passing, overtaking on the left,
improper lane change, failing to yield, improper turns, running stop signs, tailgaiting, careless
driving and speeding are examples of aggressive driving.. (4)Such actions are dangerous to
other road users. (5)Aggressive driving should be avoided because it causes crashes, injuries
and fatalities.
(6)The first reason why aggressive driving should be avoided is it causes crashes.
(7)According to NHTSC between 78 percent (excessive speed) and 100 percent (improper
passing) of the cases of aggressive driving resulted in traffic crashes and 96 percent of the
drivers cited for “following too closely” or tailgaitng caused crashes as a result of their aggressive
driving. (8)Moreover, “running red light”, “improper passing”, and “overtaking on the left” topped
other categories of aggressive driving in contributing to traffic crashes.
(9)Another reason why aggressive driving should be avoided is it causes injuries.(10)
NHTSC states that the percentages of the injuries caused by aggressive driving are, in almost all
categories of aggressive driving, above 100 percent. (11)Furthermore, the Department of
Highway Safety (DHS) reports that this is due to the fact that each motor vehicle crash accounts
for one or more injuries. (12) It was found that of the ten categories of aggressive driving,
“running red light”, “failing to yield”, and “running stop signs” are the most serious factors
contributing to injuries.
(16)The above evidence shows that aggressive driving causes crashes, injuries and
fatalities. (17) Hence, aggressive driving should be avoided. (18)Since the opening of the North-
South Highway, the number of kilometers of roads in the country has increased by one percent
while the number of vehicle miles driven has increased by 35 percent. (19) More cars and more
drivers are also on the road, leading to more aggressive drivers.
ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY
An argumentative essay tries to change the reader’s mind by convincing the reader to
agree with the writer’s point of view. It also presents evidence for an argument in order
to let the reader know why it is favorable. It also shows why the other side of an
argument is unfavorable.
CHARACTERISTICS
When planning an argumentative essay, be aware that the essay should contain the
following characteristics:
1. The argumentative essay introduces and explains the issue or case. The
reader needs to know what the issue is going to be.
2. The essay offers reasons, and supports these reasons. The essay should
prove its point.
1. Introduction
The first paragraph is the introductory paragraph. It introduces the problem and gives
the background information necessary for the argument and the thesis statement.
2. Body
3. Conclusion
The conclusion restates the main claim and presents one or two general statements
which accurately summarize the arguments which support the main premise.
Start the essay with an enciting hook Don’t convince readers about something that is false.
Provide proper evidence to back your arguments Don’t judge the present facts, present your opinion.
Give your readers a “ food for thought.” Don’t introduce a new argument in conclusion.
Ensure that you’ve answered the question properly. Don’t confuse readers by presenting different
Provide background to give a voice to the essay. arguments.
Don’t force your opinion on the readers.
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IDENTIFY ME!
From the model argumentative essay, identify its part by writing the number of the
sentence.
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BARAS NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Sitio Malalim, San Juan, Baras, Rizal
Introduction:
Body:
Conclusion:
III.ABSTRACTION
ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY
An argumentative essay tries to change the reader’s mind by convincing the reader to
agree with the writer’s point of view. It also presents evidence for an argument in order
to let the reader know why it is favorable. It also shows why the other side of an
argument is unfavorable.
IV. APPLICATION
This time you will be prompted to draft an argumentative essay for any of the given
topic. Provide the key elements using the template.( YOU MAY SEND YOUR OUTPUT
VIA MESSENGER)
1. What is an essay that presents evidence for an argument in order to let the reader know
why it is favorable or not?
A. Persuasive Essay B. Argumentative Essay C. Expository Essay D. Descriptive Essay
2. What part of the argumentative essay that gives the background information needed for
the argument?
A. Introduction C. Body C. Conclusion D. Summary
3. What part of the argumentative essay that contains the reason and includes topic sentence?
A. Introduction C. Body C. Conclusion D. Summary
4. Which part of the argumentative essay restate the main claim and gives statements that
summarize the argument?
A. Introduction B. Body C. Conclusion D. Summary
LEVEL OF MASTERY
REFLECTION
I learned that
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I realized that
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DepEd-Division of Rizal
BARAS NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Sitio Malalim, San Juan, Baras, Rizal
JESSICA JONA V. LIM MR. AMADOR A. DELA ROSA ELOISA S. TAMAYO, Ph. D.
Teacher III Chairman of English Department Principal II