aSad SARDAR What is an argumentative essay????????
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essay???? What is an argumentative essay?
An argumentative essay is written with a purpose
to take a position on an issue and give several reasons, supported by evidence, for agreeing with that position. FORMAT FOR ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY
These essays typically follows one of the two
formats: 1. The Toulmin model: is the most common. It begins with an introduction, follows with a thesis\claim, and give data and evidence to prove the claim. This style of essay also includes rebuttals of counterarguments. 2. The Rogerian model: It analyzes two sides of an argument and reaches a conclusion after weighing the strength and weakness of each. Some examples of Argumentative Essays:
1. Students who study abroad achieve greater
success 2. Without Alcohol the world would be a better place 3. Benefits of clean eating 4. The impact and role of mass media during the pandemic 5. Corona virus has affected us so much HERE’S A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO WRITING AN AMAZING ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY. STEP 1: ANALYZE THE TOPIC • Understand what you have to do.
• Explore different perspective of the topic.
• Look for the clues and limitations.
EXAMPLE: If your topic is Why Education Is Important? Then, “Why” is your purpose.
“ Education is important” is your asking opinion.
That is how you should analyze the topic and
understand what to do. STEP 2: PLAN THE ESSAY An argumentative essay generally has five paragraphs: Introduction Body paragraph 1 Body paragraph 2 Body paragraph 3 Conclusion The basic formula to write an essay either argumentative, expository, persuasive, narrative or descriptive is: Introductory Paragraph: containing a hook and a thesis statement Body Paragraph: containing at least three striking arguments and one rebuttal to the opposing side Conclusion: summarizing the main points and leaving a lasting mark on reader’s minds STEP 3: CHOOSE YOUR POSITION Ask questions to yourself about the topic
Write down your ideas on a paper
Separate all the negative and positive points
Pick two “for” points and one “against” point.
STEP 4: BEGIN THE WRITING WORK • Get start with a hook or dramatic opening. • Give a brief introduction about your argument in the thesis statement. • Present two supporting arguments in two paragraphs. • In the fourth body paragraph, talk about the opposing arguments. • Wrap up the arguments in the conclusion. THINGS TO REMEMBER Start the essay an enticing hook. Provide proper evidence to back your arguments. Give your readers a ‘food for thought’ ensure that you’ve answered the question properly. Provide background to give a voice to the essay. THINGS TO AVOID Don’t convince readers about something that is false. Don’t just present the facts, present your opinion too. Don’t introduce a new argument in the conclusion. Don’t confuse readers by presenting different arguments. If you want to change the world,