Argumentative Writing

vs
Analytical Writing

Dr. Syafiq ®
emsyafiq@usim.edu.my
 What is argumentative writing?
 a type of writing –
that presents a thesis statement and then supports that thesis statement with
evidence.

 Purpose –
to persuade the reader to agree with the writer's point of view.
 What is analytical writing?

a type of writing -
that examines a topic or issue in detail and draws conclusions about it.

The goal -
to help the reader understand the topic or issue more deeply.
  Example of an argumentative thesis statement

• The death penalty is an effective deterrent to crime.

Example of an analytical thesis statement

• The death penalty is a complex issue with a variety of ethical, legal, and
social implications.
 Examples of
argumentative writing

Persuasive essays

Opinion pieces

Editorials

Debate speeches

Law briefs
 Examples of
analytical writing

Research papers

Literary analyses

Case studies

Scientific reports

Business proposals
 Tips for writing argumentative essays
Organize your essay in a
Choose a topic that you Do your research and
logical way, with a clear
are passionate about gather evidence to
thesis statement,
and that you have a support your thesis
supporting evidence,
strong opinion on. statement.
and a conclusion.

Write in a clear and

Use strong evidence to
concise style, and
support your claims, and
proofread your essay
be sure to address
carefully before
counterarguments.
submitting it.
 Tips for writing analytical essays
Organize your essay in a
Choose a topic that you
Do your research and logical way, with a clear
are interested in and
gather evidence from introduction, body
that you want to learn
credible sources. paragraphs, and
more about.
conclusion.

Write in a clear and

Analyze the evidence concise style, and
and draw conclusions proofread your essay
about the topic. carefully before
submitting it.
 Conclusion

• Argumentative writing and analytical writing are two important types

of writing that can be used for a variety of purposes.

• By understanding the key differences between these two types of

writing, you can become a more effective writer.
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