Argument Practice

Big Question Can simple living help the environment? Fundamental assumption: the environment is in trouble.

Step 1 Use inductive or deductive reasoning to construct a logical basis for your argument. Deductive: Major, Minor, Conclusion Inductive: Major question, at least four pieces of evidence, conclusion

Step 2 Develop your thesis based on your logic. Be precise

Step 3 Brainstorm what the other side of the argument would say. Come up with at least three points that you think the other side would make.

Step 4 Decide on your three points to support your thesis. State them clearly and provide at least one fact, example, or opinion for each.

Step 5 Write out a refutation for each of the three things you think the other side would say. Some may say However Therefore

Step 6 Choose three language and style devices that you could use in a conclusion. Write an example of each of the language and style devices that you chose.

Step 7 Poster Creation Title – Big Question Intro – Logical basis and thesis. Point 1-Evidence in bullet point Refutation 1 – Some may say, however, therefore Point 2-Evidence in bullet point Refutation 2 Point 3-Evidence in bullet point Refutation 3 Conclusion –Three sentences, three different language and style devices