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How‌ ‌to‌ ‌Write‌ ‌an‌ ‌Argumentative‌ ‌Essay


HOW‌ ‌TO‌ ‌WRITE‌ ‌AN‌ ‌ARGUMENTATIVE‌ ‌ESSAY

An argumentative essay is on the more serious side of things when it comes to
academic papers
Kelly Spancer
5
min read

Sep 14, 2023

An argumentative essay is on the more serious side of things when it comes to
academic papers It involves a lot of effort and time on behalf of a student. It
is frequently used as an ultimate test to see if learners have fully grasped a
given topic. The scale of this assignment can get pretty overwhelming. But if
you know how to handle yourself and do serious academic research - well, then
there's nothing to fear.

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WHAT IS AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY




An argumentative essay is a type of academic writing that requires a student to
take a stance on an oftentimes controversial topic. You'll collect and compile
evidence in support of a chosen stance, and attempt to prove the viewpoint using
the gathered material. 




This task is frequently used as a final test due to the amount of in-depth
research and knowledge of the topic that is required. 




Argumentative essays topics come in all shapes and sizes. But they don't define
this format of writing. Truly defining features of an argumentative essay are
its type and elements.







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ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY TYPES




Argumentative writing comes in several different forms. The most common of them
are the following:







PERSUASIVE ESSAY

Persuasive essays are frequently used as thought experiments. In this format,
the author is trying to make a case for one side of the argument that should be
undeniably better than the other. Oftentimes the stance picked opposes the one
the author agrees with, which makes learners look at the topic from a totally
different angle;







ANALYSIS ESSAY

Analysis essays focus on looking into other argumentative type essays instead of
good old argumentative essays topics. These usually take a form of a dialogue or
debate, in which one author refutes or affirms the claims of another one;







PERSONAL ESSAY

This type does not usually require much research. The presented arguments are
based on the author's subjective reasoning and personal opinion. But you are
still expected to make a compelling case even though the objective and logical
approach are off-limits.







ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY ELEMENTS




An argumentative essay has a range of essential elements that make this task
stand out from other forms of academic writing. These basic features should be
distinctly identifiable in your paper:





RESEARCH

Ordinarily, it is not simply a flow of the author's thoughts. In most cases, it
should be based on extensive research or previous work.





STRUCTURE

The structure is what makes it easy to read and understand the author's
arguments. A typical argumentative essay consists of an introduction paragraph
complete with a thesis statement, 3-4 body paragraphs, and a conclusion section.





STYLE

Perhaps the most distinctive feature of this kind of essay is the style of
writing. It is usually presented in the form of a scientifically founded debate
or argument (hence the name) in which the author attempts to prove a specific
claim.







ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY FORMAT




Following rather strict structure guidelines is an important part of any
research writing assignment. It is meant to serve a practical purpose of helping
the reader follow along with the author's argument. It is also one of the major
factors that influence your grade.







OUTLINE


What are the 5 parts of an argumentative essay? Here is a rough outline. The
most common form is a 5-paragraph model -there should be an introduction
paragraph completed with a thesis statement, three body paragraphs showcasing
evidence in support of your claim (there can be more or fewer of them depending
on your assignment guidelines), and a conclusion paragraph with a quick summary
of your work.




Here's a more detailed breakdown for you:




 * Introduction

1 paragraph


 * Thesis
   

 * Body: Argument + supporting evidence

 * Body: Opposing argument + refuting evidence

3-5 paragraphs


 * Conclusion

1 paragraph



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HOW TO START AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY: INTRODUCTION


Even though an argumentative essay introduction is probably the easiest part of
the work that is ahead of you, many students still have questions about how to
start an argumentative essay. 




Introduction and thesis are usually merged into one paragraph. But even though
they serve largely the same purpose, there are also some distinct differences.
An introduction is a general overview of the problem you are addressing in your
essay. It should also offer a context overview to the readers.




Here you can allow yourself some liberties. Your main goal throughout the
introduction paragraph is to prepare your audience for the onslaught to come. 




Briefly go through what your paper is going to be about, and why it is
important. You don't have to go into very much detail, save that for the body
paragraphs. 




An introduction is a sort of buildup that culminates in your thesis statement.
Once you hit the latter, you should start getting serious. Now you know how to
start an argumentative essay. 







THESIS


This is probably the most important component of the introduction. A thesis in
an argumentative essay doesn't really have many differences when compared to
other types of writing. 




When working on this part, your job is to build a foundation on which you'll be
building the rest of your argumentative writing. While the introduction in
general leads your audience to the main problem covered in an essay, the thesis
should nail that issue.




It is important to get this part right. The thesis statement is the cornerstone
that largely defines the rest of your essay. Try to make it as clear and concise
as possible. It may be tempting to make this part purposefully vague to have
more room for maneuver later on. But that's going to cause more harm than good
down the line.




Pay attention to the specifications of your assignment. Your thesis statement
should be narrowed down to fit it. Nothing extra. A good way to check if your
thesis hits the mark is to test it against the rest of your essay. The point
brought up throughout a good argumentative essay should all serve as a logical
extension of the thesis statement and complete it.







BODY PARAGRAPHS


The majority of your essay will be comprised of body paragraphs. As opposed to
the introduction, where you raise the questions, here you have the opportunity
to provide the answers. 




Argumentative essays should be based on extensive research and\or previous work.
So before you get to shaping the body paragraphs, make sure you do the legwork
to the fullest extent.




Maintaining a clear structure should be your first priority. The exact number of
paragraphs may vary. But each one should address one specific argument. This
serves several purposes, such as:




 * It helps your audience navigate the text;




 * It allows for readers to follow your reasoning;




 * It helps in organizing your thoughts clearly.




The main purpose of the body part of the text is to present the evidence that
guides your audience along with you from your thesis statement all the way to
the conclusion. 




It's the perfect time to make use of all that research you might have done
previously. Don't go overboard by writing down your entire thought process.
Instead, take a shortcut. If an argument doesn't drive the point forward, then
it probably can be omitted.




It is also a good idea to use at least one paragraph to look at the topic from
another angle. Analyzing and pointing out the flaws in arguments that oppose
your conclusion is a valid approach. It can support and complete your previous
observations and claims as well as further reinforce your argument. 




If you are sticking to this approach, it's best to put it after paragraphs in
which you make a positive claim.




Every paragraph should be interconnected with the preceding and following ones.
Even though they are showcasing different pieces of evidence, they are still all
parts of consistent reasoning. Smooth and logical transitions are what keeps a
good argumentative essay together. 




The gaps in your flow may not be so apparent when you are in the process of
writing. But beware that they will jump out at you during proofreading.







CONCLUSION


By this point, you are done arguing. It is time to summarize all your findings.
Do not present any new information in the conclusion section. Instead, use this
space to reiterate the main points. Come back to your introduction once again.
Here's what you should do:




 * Remind your reader what your thesis is;




 * Focus on why it is important;




 * Rehash it in light of all the information you have presented throughout your
   essay.




Another thing you can briefly address in conclusion is the white spots in your
research. In some cases, you won't have the time or resources to get conclusive
answers for all the questions your problem poses. 




It's okay to admit that you don't have the full picture yet. Write about what
scientific research should be done in the future in order to get a more educated
answer.







HOW TO WRITE AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY STEP BY STEP TIPS




What are the steps in writing an argumentative essay? These are the main phases
you should go through when writing it. Allocate a certain amount of time for
each step so that you wouldn't get stuck with one of them. 




Follow our instructions on how to write an argumentative essay step by step, and
you will end up with a great paper to turn in when the deadline comes.





CHECK THE ASSIGNMENT DETAILS


This might seem like an obvious thing to do. But you'd be surprised to know how
many students fall flat on their faces with their essays just because they
didn't understand the specifications of the assignment. 




Read the initial instructions. Then, read them again. Read it a third time out
loud. Make sure you understand everything. If you don't - ask for clarification.
It's better to be safe than sorry.





GATHER THE MATERIALS


This phase is dedicated entirely to gathering as much information on your
argumentative essay topic as you can. Even if you consider yourself fairly
knowledgeable in the given field, take your time with this one. 




Look for hard facts to confirm your thoughts, try approaching the issue from a
different angle, challenge your understanding of the subject. You may very well
change your opinion on the topic while doing your research.





CREATE A STRUCTURE


You already have a rough outline of what paragraphs of your essay should be
there. Based on those, create a more specific structure of an argumentative
essay. 




Think about what arguments you will use, where you will put them, how you will
transition between them, and so on. This is the logistics step and getting it
right will make creating your first draft much easier.





MAKE THE FIRST DRAFT


With a decent chunk of research and a good outline of how to write it all down,
making the first draft should be a piece of cake. Most of this process is just
assigning what you already know to paragraphs and making sure you maintain the
structure of an argumentative essay.





EDIT WITHOUT MERCY


Write without fear and edit without mercy. This is a golden rule every student
should keep in mind. Your first draft is unlikely to make the cut. That's when
proofreading comes in. 




Ideally, you should have a day or two in between the first draft and editing
steps. This will help you spot the mistakes easier. But if you are pressed for
time, you could recruit friends, family, or fellow students to assist you. It is
always better to get a second opinion.





SUBMIT THE FINAL VERSION


Your final draft will never be perfect. You can make minor improvements here and
there pretty much forever. But following the deadlines is imperative in higher
ed. 




So you will have to settle with what you have eventually. Don't get too worked
up over minor details. 







FAQ

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HOW MANY PARAGRAPHS SHOULD AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY HAVE?


The exact number depends on your preference and assignment specifications. But
the basic lineup usually includes five paragraphs.

 

These are the introduction, conclusion, and three body paragraphs showcasing
your arguments. You can increase or decrease the number of body paragraphs as
long as you stay within the guidelines.





CAN YOU USE PERSONAL EXPERIENCE?


Yes, you can use personal experience in an essay. However, in order for it to be
compelling, it should fulfill the same criteria as the rest of your arguments. 




If you use a personal experience to set up a claim, you should look at it in a
general sense and as a part of a greater picture rather than equating your
personal feelings as infallible truth.





HOW DO YOU INTRODUCE AN ARGUMENT?


Introducing an argument should follow a clear and logical structure. Look at
your thesis and create a transition to each of your arguments. It's sort of like
opening the door to a pathway you are about to explore. 




Go step by step, presenting your evidence, thought process, and logic. Don't
jump to conclusions. Things that might seem obvious to you may not appear so to
your audience. 





CAN YOU USE FIRST-PERSON IN AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY


You should definitely avoid using first-person sentences like 'I believe' or 'I
feel' in an argumentative essay. Sentences like these can give off the
impression that your arguments lack a proper evidential basis and are supported
only on your personal opinion. Using matter of fact statements instead of
first-person will make for a much stronger writing voice.







EXAMPLE OF AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY




Using essay examples as a rough template is one of the easiest and quickest ways
to complete your assignment. Use this essay to get the hang of the structure and
style of writing what's required when working on an argumentative-type paper.

> Here’s a sneak-peek for you:

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TO SUM UP

‍


Argumentative essay format may seem a bit too intimidating. It's especially true
for those who encounter this type of writing for the very first time. 




After all, it really does require extensive research and a deep understanding of
the topic of your writing. But even though this type of essay is a bit more
serious than you might be used to, you shouldn't worry about getting caught
off-guard.




An argumentative essay is usually given as some sort of final assignment after
you've amassed some knowledge on a given topic. Using that intellectual baggage,
you should have no problem at all navigating the pitfalls ofyour essays. 




So instead of stressing about your understanding of the subject, you should
probably focus more on the technical aspects of the assignment like its
structure or language. The most difficult part about writing is to write the
first word. So don't hesitate and go straight to working on your assignment
after reading this guide. 




The earlier you start, the better. With this guide on how to write an
argumentative essay, it will be a cakewalk. And if you still encounter any
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