How to Write an Argumentative Essay | Advance Writing
TLDRThe video script offers a comprehensive guide on crafting an argumentative essay, emphasizing the importance of convincing the reader of the writer's viewpoint. It outlines the structure, which typically follows the five-paragraph essay format, including an introduction with a hook and thesis statement, body paragraphs for elaborating on the argument, and a conclusion that restates the thesis and summarizes key points. A crucial aspect of argumentative writing is addressing counterarguments with a concession and refutation, demonstrating the writer's understanding of differing perspectives and reinforcing their own stance. The script also highlights the use of transition words for logical flow and coherence, and provides a detailed example of an argumentative essay on the necessity of study abroad programs in college education, complete with a works cited reference.
Takeaways
- 📝 The goal of college writing is to convince the reader of the writer's truth, which can be achieved through various rhetorical modes.
- 🔑 Argumentative writing is an effective mode to persuade the reader, often following the structure of an introductory paragraph, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
- 📈 In an argumentative essay, it's crucial to include a counter-argument to show awareness of differing viewpoints and to establish credibility.
- 💡 Acknowledging the counter-argument with a concession before refuting it strengthens the writer's argument by demonstrating understanding and addressing opposing views.
- 📚 The body paragraphs of an argumentative essay should follow a structure of topic sentence, support, and possibly a conclusion, often integrating outside sources.
- 🔗 Use transition words and phrases to connect points logically and cohesively within the essay.
- 🌟 Introduce support for your argument with phrases like 'additionally,' 'furthermore,' or 'similarly,' to build on your points.
- ❗ When introducing a counter-argument, use transition words like 'although,' 'though,' or 'even though,' to signal a shift in perspective.
- 🔄 Concession and refutation are key components in addressing counter-arguments, showing respect for opposing views while reinforcing the writer's stance.
- 📑 A sample essay outline and paper demonstrate how to structure an argumentative essay, including the integration of counter-arguments and concessions.
- ✍️ The conclusion of an argumentative essay should restate the thesis, summarize main points, and end with a memorable statement or question to leave a lasting impression on the reader.
Q & A
What is the primary goal of college writing?
-The primary goal of college writing is to convince the reader that what the writer is saying is true, which can be achieved through various rhetorical modes.
What are some of the rhetorical modes that can be used to convince a reader?
-Some rhetorical modes include compare and contrast, cause and effect, description, and argumentation or persuasive writing.
What is the structure of an argumentative essay?
-An argumentative essay typically follows the five paragraph essay structure, which includes an introduction with a thesis statement, multiple body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Why is it important to include a counter argument in an argumentative essay?
-Including a counter argument shows that the writer is aware of opposing viewpoints, demonstrates an informed understanding of the topic, and strengthens the writer's argument by addressing and refuting opposing arguments.
What does conceding mean in the context of an argumentative essay?
-Conceding in an argumentative essay means acknowledging the validity of the counter argument to some extent before refuting it, which shows respect for the opposing viewpoint and strengthens the writer's own argument.
How can outside sources, such as quotes or paraphrases, be used to support an argument in an essay?
-Outside sources can be integrated into the essay to provide evidence that supports the writer's argument. It's important to explain how these sources connect to and prove the writer's point.
What is the purpose of using transition words and phrases in an essay?
-Transition words and phrases are used to connect ideas logically and cohesively, guiding the reader through the essay's structure and helping to clarify the flow of arguments and ideas.
How should a writer address the counter argument in the body paragraphs of an argumentative essay?
-The writer should introduce the counter argument, concede to its validity, and then refute it with a stronger argument, providing evidence to support their refutation.
What is the purpose of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?
-The conclusion restates the thesis, summarizes the main points of the body paragraphs, and leaves the reader with a memorable end hook, such as a prediction, a quote, or a rhetorical question.
Why is it beneficial for college students to study abroad according to the sample essay?
-Studying abroad exposes students to new cultures, challenges their daily assumptions, and prepares them for an interconnected world, enhancing their education and future career success.
How can colleges and universities make study abroad programs more affordable for students?
-Colleges and universities can keep study abroad experiences affordable by offering reduced tuition and subsidized fees, and providing preparatory workshops and orientation seminars.
Outlines
📚 Understanding College Writing and Rhetorical Modes
This paragraph discusses the objective of college writing, which is to persuade the reader of the author's viewpoint. It mentions various rhetorical modes such as compare and contrast, cause and effect, and description. The focus is on argumentative writing, which follows a five-paragraph essay structure with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. The body paragraphs are where argumentation happens, often including a counter-argument to the writer's thesis, followed by a concession and refutation to strengthen the writer's stance.
🔗 Using Transition Words to Enhance Cohesion in Essays
The second paragraph emphasizes the importance of logical and cohesive argumentation in essays. It provides a list of transition words and phrases that can be used to add support, introduce counterarguments, and concede or refute points in an argumentative essay. Examples are given to illustrate how these transitions can be effectively used to maintain the flow of ideas and arguments throughout the essay.
📝 Crafting Body Paragraphs with Counterarguments and Refutations
This paragraph delves into the structure of body paragraphs in an argumentative essay. It explains how to start with a topic sentence, provide support through personal experience or external sources, and then transition to an explanation of how the support material backs up the argument. The paragraph also covers how to acknowledge opposing viewpoints with counterarguments, concede to understand the opposition, and then refute it with a stronger argument, using various templates and phrases to guide the writing process.
🎓 The Thesis Statement and its Role in Argumentative Essays
The fourth paragraph focuses on the thesis statement in argumentative essays. It outlines how the thesis should address the counterargument and present the writer's stance on the topic. The paragraph provides an example of a thesis statement that includes a counterargument and an assertion of the writer's viewpoint. It also discusses how to connect the background information to the thesis using transition words and how to structure the introduction to lead into the body paragraphs effectively.
🔍 Analyzing and Explaining Evidence to Support Arguments
This paragraph explains the process of integrating evidence, such as quotes or paraphrases from external sources, to support the points made in an argumentative essay. It stresses the importance of not only presenting the evidence but also explaining how it supports the writer's argument. The paragraph provides a template for transitioning from a quote or paraphrase to an explanation and suggests using a helper phrase to clarify the connection between the evidence and the argument.
🌟 Concluding an Argumentative Essay with an End Hook
The final paragraph discusses the conclusion of an argumentative essay. It suggests that the conclusion should restate the thesis, summarize the main points, and end with a memorable statement or 'end hook' that leaves a lasting impression on the reader. The paragraph provides an example of a conclusion that includes a transition to summarize the benefits of the argument, a prediction or consequence of the argument's implications, and a final statement that connects the essay's theme to a broader context.
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Keywords
💡Rhetorical modes
💡Argumentative essay
💡Counterargument
💡Concession
💡Refutation
💡Five paragraph essay structure
💡Transition words and phrases
💡Thesis statement
💡Studying abroad
💡Persuasion
💡Works cited
Highlights
The goal of college writing is to convince the reader of the writer's truth through various rhetorical modes.
Argumentative writing is an effective way to convince readers by following the five paragraph essay structure.
In an argumentative essay, include a counter-argument to show awareness of opposing views.
Acknowledge the counter-argument, concede to it, and then refute it with a stronger argument.
Use transition words and phrases to connect points logically and cohesively in the essay.
Provide support for your argument with personal experiences, quotes, paraphrases, or summaries from outside sources.
Integrate an outside source to make the argument more effective and then explain how it supports your point.
Use phrases like 'this evidence proves my argument is true because it shows that...' to transition into explaining the source.
The body paragraphs of an argumentative essay should include the writer's argument, counter-argument, and refutation.
Always acknowledge the opposing point of view to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the topic.
Use specific templates and transitions to introduce and refute counter-arguments effectively.
The conclusion should restate the thesis, summarize main points, and end with a memorable statement or question.
Transitional words like 'although', 'despite', and 'nevertheless' are crucial for introducing concessions and refutations.
Sample outlines and essays demonstrate the structure and flow of an argumentative essay.
The importance of using hooks, background information, and thesis statements in the introductory paragraph.
The use of a long-term study to support the argument that studying abroad has a positive impact on students' world view and self-confidence.
The conclusion should leave the reader with a memorable end-hook, such as a prediction or rhetorical question.
The necessity of including a works cited page to reference the sources used in the essay.
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