ARGUMENTATIVE

ESSAY

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 What is an argumentative
essay????????

How to start an argumentative

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,

pick up your pen and write.

Thank You!!!!!!