Position Paper

• What is the 3 parts of a position paper ? Introduction, body, and conclusion
• Position paper - An essay that expresses a position on an issue.
• Position paper - It gives a argument that support the opinion of the writer based on the facts collected.
• Introduction - This part is you must introduce the topic and prove the history or background of the issue.
• Body - You must state the opposing argument by briefly describing them.
• Body

  A. Describe the major argument

  B. Premises of opposing arguement

  C. Minor argument #1

  1. Premises

  D. Minor argument #2

  1. Premises

  E. Minor argument #3

  1. Premises
• Introduction

  A.⠀ Thesis Statement

  1. Topic
  2. Major Argument
  3. Evidence

  B. History or Background
• Conclusion - Restate both sides of the argument, summarize the 3 arguments made in your essay.
• Conclusion   ⠀

  A. Major Argument

  B. Major opposing argument

  C. Summary of minor argument

  D. Call for action