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In Unit 4 we'll write an argumentative essay...
1. In your opinion, what is the best TEXT STRUCTURE to use for an argumentative essay? Explain why? (Don’t worry about being RIGHT. Focus on explaining your opinion.)
2. According to Unit 3, what are some key words associated with the Text Structure you mentioned above?
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1) My opinion: the best text structure for an argumentative essay is the claim–counterclaim–rebuttal (Toulmin/classical argument) structure.
- Why: it puts a clear claim (thesis) up front, supports that claim with focused reasons and concrete evidence, and then directly addresses opposing views. Showing and refuting counterarguments makes your position stronger and more credible because it demonstrates you’ve thought about alternative perspectives and can defend your reasoning. The structure also creates a logical flow readers can follow: claim → supporting reasons/evidence → acknowledgement of opposition → rebuttal → conclusion.
2) Key words/phrases associated with this structure (from Unit 3):
- Words naming parts: claim, thesis, reason, evidence, example, support, warrant, counterclaim, rebuttal, conclusion.
- Words/phrases that introduce evidence or reasons: because, since, for example, for instance, according to, research shows, studies indicate, in support of, as evidence.
- Words/phrases that introduce counterclaims or contrast: however, although, on the other hand, some may argue, opponents claim, despite, even though.
- Words/phrases that introduce rebuttals or conclusions: nevertheless, nonetheless, in response, this is because, therefore, thus, consequently, ultimately, in conclusion.
- Why: it puts a clear claim (thesis) up front, supports that claim with focused reasons and concrete evidence, and then directly addresses opposing views. Showing and refuting counterarguments makes your position stronger and more credible because it demonstrates you’ve thought about alternative perspectives and can defend your reasoning. The structure also creates a logical flow readers can follow: claim → supporting reasons/evidence → acknowledgement of opposition → rebuttal → conclusion.
2) Key words/phrases associated with this structure (from Unit 3):
- Words naming parts: claim, thesis, reason, evidence, example, support, warrant, counterclaim, rebuttal, conclusion.
- Words/phrases that introduce evidence or reasons: because, since, for example, for instance, according to, research shows, studies indicate, in support of, as evidence.
- Words/phrases that introduce counterclaims or contrast: however, although, on the other hand, some may argue, opponents claim, despite, even though.
- Words/phrases that introduce rebuttals or conclusions: nevertheless, nonetheless, in response, this is because, therefore, thus, consequently, ultimately, in conclusion.
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