Argumentative Essay - SS2 English Lesson Note
An argumentative essay is a type of essay that takes a stance on an issue and argues for that stance. It is a formal piece of writing that requires you to research the issue, gather evidence, and present your argument in a clear and logical way.
An argumentative essay is defined as a piece of writing that illustrates the writer's part on a controversial issue and supports that position with evidence. The features of an argumentative essay include:
- A clear thesis statement that states the writer's position on the issue.
- Evidence to support the thesis statement, such as facts, statistics, expert opinions, and examples.
- A logical argument that presents the evidence in a clear and orderly way.
- A conclusion that summarizes the argument and restates the thesis statement.
Tips for Writing an Argumentative Essay:
- Choose a controversial issue that you are interested in and have some knowledge about.
- Do your research and gather evidence to support your thesis statement.
- Organize your evidence in a clear and logical way.
- Write a clear and concise thesis statement.
- Write a strong introduction that engages the reader and introduces the issue.
- Write body paragraphs that present your evidence and arguments in a clear and logical way.
- Write a conclusion that summarizes your argument and restates your thesis statement.