ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY

PARTS AND PATTERNS OF DEFINITION  Argumentative is a persuasive form of writing. It

aims to change the mind of the reader by
convincing the reader to agree with the writer’s
 Definition is composed of a term to define point of view.
the general to which the term belongs and a
distinguish characteristics which separates
the term from the other members of the
same class.
 FETURES OF AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY

 Argumentative essay attempts to be highly

persuasive and logical. An argumentative essay
has the following features.

1. Clearly state a claim of position on an issue. TERMS RELATED TO ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY

2. It provides reason including facts and opinion. Claim – this is the usually the thesis statement or main idea of an argumentative essay

These reasons with evidences to prove the Support- material that is used to prove a claim. This usually consists of reasons and
evidence.

point. Reasons- statement to justify an action, decision or beliefs.

3.
Evidence- the specific references, quotations, examples and opinions that is support a

It also presents opposing views ( counter claim.

arguments) and explains their weakness.

PREWRITING DRAFTING

In the prewriting you need to find a In the drafting you need to decide what
suitable issue that matters to your readers patterns or technique of developing
argument you will use in writing your essay.

REVISING AND EDITING

AFTER DRAFTING THE INRODUCTION, BODY AND

CONCLUSION OF YOUR ESSAY YPU NEED TO
READ,REVISE AND EDIT IT