1. Writing the Argumentative Essay
An Outline

2. A Simple Pattern States a Thesis Supports Thesis with Evidence
Convinces: Paper is True & Valid
Follow - In Class or At Home

3. Form a Good Strong Thesis
Your stance which the entire essay will try to establish & support

4. Building Argument to Support
Gather & RECORD Evidence (works cited)*
Determine if thesis is true.
Lack support – rewrite new thesis
Believe it! *

5. Arrange Argument to Maximum Effect
Convince Reader
Weakest to Strongest
List contrary = balance

6. Write Outline Thesis Complete Sentences Brief intro (if required)
Use Roman Numerals to arrange arguments: I, i(point&proof), ii(p&p), iii(p&p) II, i(point&proof), ii(p&p), iii(p&p) III, i(point&proof), ii(p&p), iii(p&p)
Restate Thesis

7. Check Outline Contradictions? Discard irrelevant Logical flow?
Any gaps?
Terms to define?
discard vague & sweeping statements
Any dogmatic statements (arrogant & unproven principles)

8. Write Paper!
3/4ths of work done
Full sentences

9. Proofread 2x or more Never submit without review Read aloud – smooth?
Proofread mechanical errors (“I,” punctuation)
Questionable spelling
Review rubric and requirements

10. Submission Time! On Time On www.turnitin.com Title Page Works Cited
Congratulations!