ARGUMENTATIVE

• The purpose of an argumentative essay is to persuade the reader to accept or consider your opinion on a controversial issue
• Thesis/Claim - your opinion on an issue; evidence must be explained
• Reasons - support the thesis and form argument with your evidence.
• Counter Claim - consider the opposite side; Argues against your claim
• Rebuttal - turn back to your original position
• Conclusion - summarize main points, restate thesis, leave final impression