Argumentative Essay Structure
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Argumentative Essay Structure
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A convincing argumentative essay
must be structured if it is to be effective.
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A good essay is structured like a sandwich:
introduction
body
conclusion
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The introduction should include:
•A hook to catch your reader’s attention.•Background information about your topic.•Your thesis statement.
Your thesis statement explains your central argument. This is the
focal point of your essay.
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The body should include several paragraphs.
Each paragraph contains an argument that supporting your thesis statement. This argument is found in the topic sentence of the paragraph.
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Each paragraph contains specific examples, illustrations, details, or anecdotes that explain or support your argument.
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If you use information from sources directly (by quoting word for word) or indirectly (by paraphrasing), you should be sure to properly cite them using MLA or APA citations.
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Your conclusion should include:A brief restatement of your thesis to drive home
your argument, and...
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A call to action explaining to your audience what you would like them to do.
What should your readers do with the information you have given them?