We are against animal testing!
Argumentative essay!
-Length: reaches at least 1000 words – 4 FULL PAGES plus cover sheet and References page.
-Page Format: APA
-Information: includes an introduction, 2-4 body sections, and a conclusion
-Sources: 4 sources
-Analysis: makes a debatable claim backed up by 2-4 reasons, develops those reasons using research and rhetorical appeals, summarizes and answers at least one objection to the claim, avoids logical fallacies, and brings the argument to a clear, focused conclusion.
Draft the essay. Although individual arguments differ, a strong argument makes a debatable claim supported by clear reasons, uses research from reliable sources, and includes all three rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, and logos). It avoids logical fallacies and considers objections. The essay should contain the following standard sections:
Introduction: The introduction should begin with a hook that draws the reader into the argument. This hook can take the form of data, questions, quotationsanything which the reader might find interesting enough to keep reading. After that, briefly give your claim and 2-4 reasons supporting your claim: this is your thesis statement.
-Reason Sections: You will devote one section of your essay to each of your reasons. Within each section, give detail about that reason using research and rhetorical appeals. Use headings to label each of your reasons.
-Objection (aka Counterargument): Summarize and discuss at least one reasonable objection that someone might make to your claim. After acknowledging the objection, answer it using research and/or rhetorical appeals. More than one objection may be answered. Use headings to label your Objections
– Conclusion: A conclusion gives closure to the essay. Various methods of conclusion will be discussed in class, but in general, your conclusion should summarize your main ideas, create an interesting final impression, and leave the reader with a sense of completion. Use a heading to label your conclusion.
-References page: Place an APA-style works cited page at the end of the essay. Include all internet and database sources as well as the visual
Format the essay. Successful arguments make use of the following elements:
-A standard style and size font: For APA, choose 12-point Times New Roman.
-APA page format: Make sure the essay meets standard format requirements.
-Legible spacing: Double-space your entire essay, including the References page.
-Clear sentences and paragraphs: Vary sentence length and keep paragraphs concise and cohesive. Double-check citations to be sure they meet APA format requirements.
-Third person point of view: Avoid words like I, me, my, you, we, our, and us.
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