1. Argumentative texts

2. Why?
to pursuade - övertala to convince - övertyga persuation övertalning persuasive övertalande

3. Structure? Cell Phones in School
Introduction (blue)
Thesis statement (yellow)
Argument 1 (red)
Explanation (green)
Argument 2 (red)
Argument 3 (red)
Conclusion (blue)
Yellow refers back to the thesis statement

4. Structure? Your Text
Introduction. The last sentence of the introduction is the thesis statement. The thesis statement is one sentence which expresses what you want.
Argument 1 + explanation. Use a linking word/phrase to begin this paragraph, for example first of all, firstly, to begin with.
Argument 2 + explanation. Use a linking word/phrase to begin this paragraph, for example also, secondly.
Counter Argument + explanation. Bring up an argument that your opponents would use. Then destroy it… Use a linking word/phrase to begin this paragraph, for example other people would argue that… some people may say that…
Conclusion. Summarize your arguments and the counter argument. Refer back to the introduction and your thesis statement. Use a linking word/phrase to begin this paragraph, for example finally, in conclusion, to sum up.

5. Let’s try this in small groups!
Thesis statement.
Argument 1 + explanation.
Argument 2 + explanation.
Counter Argument + explanation.
Conclusion.

6. Suggestions
Unnecessary driving should be forbidden. Children should not have to do schoolwork in their spare time. Students should be able to grade their teachers. Schools should only serve vegan food. America needs stricter gun control laws. 200 questions that could help you: argumentative-writing/

7. Student outlines

8. Student outline