Question

What is the first step in developing a written argument?

Support your claim with logical evidence.
Use transition words to make your argument clear.
Write a well-developed argument.
Organize the ideas in your argument.

Answer 1

Organize the ideas in your argument.

First, decide your main claim and the key reasons or points that will support it. Then arrange those points in a logical order (for example, strongest-to-weakest, or problem→cause→solution) and note what evidence you will use for each point. Once your ideas are organized you can gather and present logical evidence, write a well-developed draft, and add transition words to make the flow clear.

Organizing first saves time, reveals gaps or weak spots you need to research, and ensures your final argument is coherent and persuasive.