Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region III Central Luzon
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF TARLAC PROVINCE
SAN ROQUE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Bamban, Tarlac

Learning Activity Sheet

Grade 10 English
Quarter 2 – MELC 2

Learning Competency:
Key Structural Elements and Language Features
of an Argumentative Text

Prepared by:

Grade 10 English Teachers

ANGELITA A. MEDINA MARIA SOLEDAD P. MACALE, EdD

Master Teacher I, English Teacher III

VICTOR JOHN C. ANUNCIACION ARCEE JOY Q. RADOVAN

Teacher III Teacher I

Noted:

LEONIDA M. DESIERTO, EdD

Head Teacher III, English

Approved:

AMALIA D. LISING, EdD

Principal III

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Name: __________________________ Grade & Section: ______________ Date: _____________
Learning Objectives
1. Identify the parts and language features of an argumentative text.
2. Distinguish the language features used in writing an argumentative text.
3. Write an argumentative essay on a certain issue.

I. Initial Activity: Pre-test

Write T if the statement is True and F if the statement is False.
____1. You should justify your point of view in an argumentative text.
____2. You can find the evidence and details in the restatement of position.
____3. Linking/connecting words are not needed in an argumentative text.
____4. You should use an evidence to support your claim.
____5. In order to write an argumentative text, you must take a side on an issue.
____6. The purpose of statement of position is to know your stand on a certain issue.
____7. All topics are arguable.
____8. If you clearly state your beliefs on a subject, then you have presented an argument.
____9. In writing an argumentative text, it doesn’t matter if it interests your reader.
____10. The purpose of a rebuttal is to agree on someone else’s argument.

Lesson 2: Key Structural Elements and Language Features

of an Argumentative Text

II. What’s In
More often than not, we are put in a situation where we need to voice out our opinion.
Since everyone is entitled to his/her own opinion, one can freely make a stand on a certain
issue. This where we need to make argument.
Arguments involve discussions in which people express different opinions about
something that are usually for or against. Among students such as yourself, the salient
concepts/aspects of creating sound arguments and the way you can use such in supporting
your standpoint, are what you need to know in order for you to win debates in a classroom
with a normal setting, finish a certain argumentative essays or speeches, or even simply
convince your peers or the people around you to believe that the young minds can speak off
for themselves even about the most complicated and serious issues locally or globally; from
simple to complex, you have a voice. This part of the lesson will teach you the different parts
of an argument.

Basic components of an argument

1. The claim. (What do I think?)
2. The reason. (Why do I think so?)
3. The evidence. (How do I know if this is the case?)

In developing an argument, there are certain points to consider:

1. Confirm your own position and build your case.
2. Use facts and statistics to support your claims.
3. Appeal to your audience’ rational and logical thinking.
4. Argue using your evidence and research.

What is an Argumentative Text?

An argumentative essay is a type of text that presents arguments about both sides of an
issue. It could be that both sides are presented equally balanced, or it could be that one side
is presented more forcefully than the other. In this type of text, you take a stand on a
particular topic that is debatable.
There are three structural elements of an argumentative text:
1. Statement of position (Introduction)
Introduce the topic and make it clear what your position is. You need a strong opening
sentence
that provokes your reader's interest or captures your reader's attention
2. Argument (Body)
Here's where you bring in your main point of view. Introduce an idea that contrasts with your

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belief, and immediately explain why you disagree with it.
Give supporting reasons in the rest of the paragraph.

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 ✔ Provide facts and data (evidence) to support your claim (argument).
Counter-arguments (Rebuttal) When you counter-argue, you contradict other evidence that
has
been presented. Here are some sentence starters that you can use to write a strong rebuttal:
• But I argue that...
• However, the truth is...
• But when you look at the facts...
• However, the evidence shows...
3. Restatement of position (Conclusion)

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Summarize your main supporting points in your argument.
You could make a statement about what you see as a solution to the problem or what
might

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happen if the situation is not resolved.
You do not need to go into the detail you did in the body of the text, but remind the
reader
how you proved your argument. You should also show the connection of all your
supporting

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details.
End your conclusion with a general statement that leaves your reader thinking about
your
topic even after the text is over.

Language features of an argumentative text:

These will help you express your disagreement while acknowledging someone else’s opinion
when writing your own argumentative text.

FEATURE
Modal verbs are used to express the
writer’s attitude toward the topic
Evaluative Language is used to pass some
sort of judgement on something
Conjunctions or connectives – are used to
connect one part of a sentence to another.
They link ideas for the smooth flow of the
argument
Declarative Statements- used to create
statements or express opinions
Rhetorical Questions- used to create
impact rather than to solicit/get answer.
EXAMPLE
Can, could, shall, should, will, would,
must, have to, may, might, ought
Important, relevant, consistent, insightful,
best, informative
Because, however, therefore, if, and, and
so, so, on the contrary
Smoking is bad to your health. Coffee is
rich in anti-oxidants.
What is the world without technology?
What is life without music?

III. What’s New

Activity 1: Match the Viewpoint (Column A) to its appropriate argument that serves as evidence
or support (Column B) to it.

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IV. What’s More
Activity 2: Argument Writing: Counter-Arguments
Write a counter-argument (rebuttal) for each of the following claims.
1. The Department of Health should get the highest budget.
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2. Selling cigarettes to minor should be prohibited.
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3. There should be no school uniform in public schools.
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4. Halloween is the best holiday.
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5. Mobile legends should be banned.
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V. Assessment
A. Write T if the statement is True and F if the statement is False.
____1. The purpose argumentative text is to present plain facts.
____2. You can find the evidence and details in the restatement of position.
____3. Every argument needs to be supported with evidences.
____4. All topics are arguable.
____5. The purpose of a rebuttal is to agree on someone else’s argument.
B. Write an argumentative essay (3 paragraphs) of your own choice of topic following the given
parts.
1. The Position Statement (1st paragraph)
2. Your Argument (2nd paragraph)
a paragraph in favor of your position/claim
a paragraph showing evidence
3. A Firm Conclusion (3rd paragraph)
Note: Use language features like conjunctions, modals etc.

VI. Reflection
In what way can this lesson help you write an argumentative text? What are some insights
you’ve learned that will help you in your day to day life.
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