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Essay 4 Argument
Introduction Paragraph
Background information on the story you’re writing about (note: This should not be a completesummary, just some brief background information) (another note: Your story can be from TheThings They Carried or another book)
Inquiry question that addresses your topic (which is related to your story) in the form of a question
Thesis (that clearly answers your inquiry question and offers a clear and arguable position)
Body Paragraphs
Topic sentence/claim that clearly focuses on one reason supporting your thesis using argument, logic,or evidence
Specific quote from the story you’re writing about that serves as evidence to illustrate your point laidout in the topic sentence/claim
Explanation of how the evidence supports and illustrates your topic sentence/claim
Body Paragraphs
Topic sentence/claim that clearly focuses on one reason supporting your thesis using argument, logic,or evidence
Specific quote from a credible outside source relevant to your topic that serves as evidence toillustrate your point laid out in the topic sentence/claim
Essay 4 Argument
Explanation of how the evidence supports and illustrates your topic sentence/claim
Use same structure as above for additional body paragraphs. If you want an additional handout,this is available for download on the blog: eng101isfun.blogspot.com
Counterargument paragraph
A paragraph offering a careful consideration of a position that opposes yours (note: this doesnot need to come from research)
Conclusion paragraph
Conclusion that explains the importance of your topic in the “real world”