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Argumentative

Essay
ENG200
Selah Kemaloglu
Warm-Up

1. What is the purpose of an 2. Can you think of any real-life 3. Have you ever written an
argumentative essay? situations where you can use argumentative essay before? If so,
argumentative essays? what was your experience like?
Use the vocabulary in the box to complete five sentences below
thesis statement counterargument rebuttal evidence argument

1. An __________________ is an opinion, idea in the context of a debate or disagreement


2. A___________________ is a clear and concise statement that presents the main
arguments or claims of an essay.
3. A_____________________ is an opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the
main argument presented in an essay.
4. A _____________________ is a response or counterargument that refutes
or challenges an opposing argument.
5. _____________________ is factual information, examples, or expert opinions used to
support a claim in an essay.
Key Vocabulary

• Key Vocabulary:
1. Argument:in the context of a disagreement or
debate between people who express
opposing views, ideas, or opinions.
2. Thesis Statement: a clear and concise statement that
presents the main argument or claim of an essay.
3. Counterargument: an opposing viewpoint or argument
that challenges the main argument presented in an
essay.
4. A "rebuttal" is a response or
counterargument that refutes or challenges
an opposing argument.
5. Evidence: factual information, examples, or expert
opinions used to support a claim in an essay.
Essay Structure
• A. Hook

Introduction • B. Background Information


• C. Thesis statement

• At least three arguments with evidence =3 paragraphs

Body • At least two counterarguments = 1 paragraph


• Finally, rebuttal statement

A. Summarize the main points


B. Restate the thesis statement
Conclusion C. Final Remarks
The outline
Section
I. Introduction - Hook: Thought-provoking question/statistic about social media.
- Background: Overview of social media's prevalence.
- Thesis Statement: Your argument on the impact of social media.
Body 1 A. Negative Aspects of Social Media
- Subpoint 1: Cyberbullying and its impact.
Example -Evidence
- Subpoint 2: Social media addiction and mental health.
Example- Evidence

Body 2 B. Influence on Information and Political Discourse


- Subpoint 1: Spread of misinformation and fake news.
Example- Evidence
- Subpoint 2: Role in shaping public opinion and polarization.
Example-Evidence

Body 3 C. Privacy and Data Concerns


- Subpoint 1: Privacy issues and data misuse.
Example-Evidence
- Subpoint 2: Regulation for user privacy and data security.
Example-Evidence

Body 4 Counterargument
- Acknowledge opposing viewpoints. (in this case positive aspect of social media.
Example-Evidence
- Refutation: Counterarguments to refute opposing viewpoints.

IV. Conclusion - Restate thesis and summarize main points.


- Summarize key arguments supporting your position.
- Call to action, question, or reflection on implications.
Practice Thesis Statement
• Write a thesis statement for the topic that we just discussed in the outline.

• While social media helps connect people and facilitates


communication, it also has several negative impacts, including
cyberbullying, health concerns, the spread of fake news, and
privacy issues.

• Where you can information that you can include in your thesis statement.
• LOOK AT YOUR BODY PARAGRAPH in the Slide 5
Now Study the
Student Sample
Essay.
• Now review your worksheet and
underline the various components
of the Argumentative Essay:
• What serves as the hook sentence?
• Identify the background
information.
• Point out the thesis statement.
• Count the number of arguments
presented.
• Is there a counterargument?
• Does the essay contain a rebuttal?
• Locate the conclusion.
Topics-Choose your
topic for your first draft.
• Does technology make us more alone?
• Should freedom of speech controlled?
• Does suffering make us stronger and lead to success?
• What do you want more from a job: happiness or wealth?
• Should scientists try to beat old age so we can live longer lives?
• The use of surveillance cameras in public places, such as parking lots. Good idea or violation of
privacy?
• Do cross-cultural marriages contribute to racial tolerance?
• Is single-parent children behavior different than that of children with both parents?
• Does violence in the media cause violence in children?
• Does the media influence the female perception of body image?
• Should cities preserve old buildings?
• Any other ideas?

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