Essay

Question 1

Argument essay Structure

Answer 1

Introduction
1. rephrase main conclusion from arguments
2. ID evidence +/or premises
3. thesis - should follow task instructions

Body paragraphs (3)
1. 1st supporting idea (follow specific task instructions)
2. Example 1 (using maybe language)
3. Example 2 (using maybe language)
4. effect on authors conlclusion if examples prove true

Conclusion
1. State that argument, as is, is flawed
2. request more evidence
3. state how evidence will help evaluate argument more effectively

Question 2

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Argument Essay prompts

Answer 2

Introduction
- In his letter, the author avers that….
- However, before this argument can be properly assessed, 3 particular pieces of evidence must be collected and analysed
- However, the author supports this argument with 3 assumptions that, if not substantiated, dramatically weaken the persuasiveness of the argument

Main body
- If this scenario has merit, then the conclusion drawn in the original argument is substantially undermined
- If the above is true, the argument does not hold water
- the credibility of the argument is reduced if these are true

Conclusion,
- Ultimately, the argument, as it stands now, is considerably flawed as it rests on a multitude of unsubstantiated assumptions.
- As it stands now, the argument relies on 3 unfounded assumptions that render the conclusion unpersuasive at best and specious at worst.
- Thus the author needs to provide evidence on 3 fronts:

Question 3

Issue argument structure

Answer 3

Introduction
* Hook ( generalization, anecdote, interesting facts, trend, quote, etc)
* Introduces the topic - The prompt recommends …
* Shift to prompt - I mostly agree with this …
* Thesis(most important part of the essay, by far)
* Outline - for 3 reasons…

Body Paragraph
* Topic sentence that introduces supporting idea
* Example
- You need a good example here, preferably from history, politics, economics, etc. If not possible, think of a good hypothetical.
- Development / Explanation - explain how connects to your thesis.

Conclusion
- (strong thesis) Introduce a counterpoint that someone from the other side might use to argue against your position.
- Shut down counterpoint and explain how it doesn’t apply and doesn’t hold water
- Rephrase thesis and wrap this baby up

    - (moderate thesis) Explain how this issue is very complex and that there are no easy answers.
    - Rephrase thesis and wrap this baby up