Writing to Sources: Argument TOPIC: What are the most effective tools for establishing and preserving freedom? Use the U.S. texts in this unit to identify some of the most successful tools (i.e. processes, government institutions, value systems, documents and so on) that the Founders established. Use other texts from the unit to demonstrate how well those tools have stood the test of time. Supplement with examples of your own ideas and research.   (Use at least 3 pieces of textual evidence from unit texts as well as other evidence)

Elements of an Argument A narrowed Thesis A precise claim in each body paragraph Clear reasoning and well-chosen evidence Counterargument: a consideration of counterclaims (opposing positions) and their strengths (concession) and weaknesses (rebuttal) A logical organization Formal and objective language and tone Error-free grammar

Gather evidence From U.S. historical texts. From other texts in the unit. From online research. From your own life, experiences, or experts you may know. Always confirm your outside evidence by checking multiple sources.

Using Sources Paraphrase- (restate ideas in your own words) Direct quotations For your assignment, both uses of evidence require proper citation of sources (Author’s Last Name page number).

Outline for Argument Essay Introduction- Establish the topic and context. End with a thesis that answers-What are the 2 most effective tools for establishing and preserving freedom? Body Paragraph 1- What is 1 effective tool for establishing freedom? Body Paragraph 2- What is another effective tool for preserving freedom? Body Paragraph 3- (Counterargument) What is a tool that others may think is effective? Why is it not as effective as they might think? Conclusion-End with a reworded statement of the most effective tools for creating and maintaining a free society. Call the reader to action. Make the reader believe think or do something to support our free society.