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Guidelines
the French form of the word comes from the Latin verb exigere,
which means "to examine, test, or (literally) to drive out."
Most common types of essay writing
Expository essays
Descriptive essays
Narrative essays
Argumentative (Persuasive) essays => both have the same goal,
there is a distinct difference between these two. Argumentative Essays use logic,
facts, and reasoning to determine the winner, while. Persuasive Essays tend to
apply moral reasoning and emotional influence rather than facts.
Decide which to :
a) ignore THE BODY
Points to consider, PARAGRAPH 1
b) merge
develop, ignore, or PARAGRAPH 2
c) relate together
briefly mention d) develop into paragraphs PARAGRAPH 3
1. e) illustrate with examples
2.
3.
Sum up your main ideas
.
Evaluate, weigh up
.
Point out any wider CONCLUSION
.
implications
10.
Avoid a sudden, abrupt
ending
1 and ½ page ESSAY
STRUCTURE
(up to 1000 words)
Sample Essay Outline
1.Title
2.Introduction
a. Hook Statement;
b. Background Information and Context;
c. Thesis Statement;
4.Conclusion
a. Rephrasing Thesis Statement
b. Restatement of Main Arguments (1,2,3)
c. Overall Concluding Statement (Explain Significance)
Essay Outline Paragraphs GUIDELINES
Thesis is a general statement/
Orientate the reader view on the topic.
Identify the focus/purpose A secondary sentence with three
INTRODUCTION points/arguments to be tackled
Outline scope
State thesis in the Body from where the
reader gets a sense of “where you
are going”
Topic sentence 1
Supportive details Three Main Points:
Concluding sentence 1 Take three paragraphs to discuss
each point in detail, in the same
Topic sentence 2 order as they appear in the
BODY Supportive details introduction. Each of the 1st two
Concluding sentence 2 paragraphs presents an idea in
favour/pros while the 3rd one
Topic sentence 3 and so on presents the cons.
Supportive details
Concluding sentence 3
Sum up the main points you've
discussed and give a sense of
closure. Refer back to your
Restate thesis introductory paragraph in some
CONCLUSION Summarise argument way. This gives the reader the
sense that the paper has come
full circle. To leave readers
satisfied, the paper should make
a final point without introducing
new material.
TIPS for a sound structure of an argumentative essay:
Source: https://essaypro.com/blog/argumentative-essay/
Argumentative Essay Topic:
Do people who commit gruesome crimes deserve the death penalty?
INTRODUCTION> Hook: The main purpose of the hook as per usual is to introduce the
reader in an interesting and enlightening fashion about the topic. This can be something
along the lines of a rhetorical question, an interesting statement, or some kind of
shocking fact! Example: Can we say that ONE individual's life is more valuable than
another's?
Brief Intro and Thesis: it's time to start pulling him deeper into the argument. Start
introducing facts from past history or just generally valuable points. These are meant to
inform the reader in more detail about the argument at hand. Make sure that these few
sentences are somehow relevant to the topic!
The thesis statement comes at the end of your introductory paragraph and is
the heart of your essay. Everything that is written in your essay is used to support this
statement.
The death penalty allows a ruling body to economically decide that a certain
individual’s life which caused more harm than good is a life worth ending to stop
the economic bleeding of a nation.
BODY PARAGRAPH(S). Depending on your argument, the number of body paragraphs
that you have will vary.
Topic Sentence: The purpose of this sentence is to introduce the reader as to what
your specific argumentative point will be about. It shouldn't really explain anything,
rather be a coherent sentence that makes your point clear and understandable.
Example: The death penalty is an economically efficient way to get rid of humans
who don't benefit society.
Argumentative essays disregard emotions and generally deal with cold hard facts.
Analysis of The Main Argument: This is the "WHY" of your topic sentence. After
briefly explaining your main point, the next step is to portray its authenticity for the
readers to see what exactly you are getting at. This will be either one or two sentences
depending on how much information you use to support it.
Example: The annual incarceration per inmate in the US is $31,286. Considering
the fact that this individual also caused other financial damage without
contributing towards the well-being of a nation, he is a large detriment to any
society and thus should be given the death penalty! Yes, these statements may
sound morally disgusting and offensive, but once again, that is what the
argumentative essay is all about! Cold, hard facts!
CONCLUSION
Restatement of Thesis: Fairly self-explanatory, this step requires you to rephrase
your main argument in an assertive and confident manner. You shouldn't introduce
any new information.
Example: Thanks to the death penalty, the ruling government can now limit their
economic losses from individuals who have highly cost their nation in wealth and
health!
Restatement of Key Points: Take the key arguments you included in your bodies and
rephrase them for increased assertiveness.
Overall Concluding Statement: Make a statement that signifies the importance of
your thesis, as well as the repercussions that, in theory, could come up from not
considering this well-thought-out point! This adds some real life validation to your
argument as well as gives the essay an overall strong appeal!
Example: Being economically efficient in a nation with a struggling financial
situation is crucial in keeping it above water. By getting rid of the death penalty,
we are severely impacting the nation's capital health and only prolonging the
virus of inhumane actions not being put to justice!
TIPS
Linking Expressions
as a result of
at the same time
due to the fact that
on the basis of
on the other hand
to the extent that
References:
http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/en/node/9135
https://essaypro.com/blog/academic-essay/
https://essaypro.com/blog/argumentative-essay/
http://www.time4writing.com/writing-resources/paragraph-writing-secrets/
http://writingcenter.fas.harvard.edu/pages/essay-structure
http://moodle.oakland.k12.mi.us/os/mod/page/view.php?id=87315
https://www.ozessay.com.au/law-essay
http://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Paragraph
GOOD LUCK
WITH YOUR ESSAY!