1. Argument Practice

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

3. 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

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

5. 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.

6. 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.

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

8. 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.

9. 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