Template/Sample Argument/Position
Thesis
#1 Thoughtfully
acknowledge counter claim. Begin with (Although, Despite, Even
though, While, In spite of…)
#2 Clearly present claim
(avoid 1st person (no I)
#3 2-4 relevant and distinct reasons with parallel structure (Optional)
Example:
Despite the objections to the reinstatement of the Patriot Act because of privacy concerns, the most important consideration should be the safety of the American people.
#3 2-4 relevant and distinct reasons with parallel structure (Optional)
Example:
Despite the objections to the reinstatement of the Patriot Act because of privacy concerns, the most important consideration should be the safety of the American people.
Timed Writing Assignment: (Will be ongoing; today we worked on 2 topics; I will collect these once we've practiced 5)
Topic # 1: Should Brownsville's bag ban be lifted?
Topic #2: Evaluate the most important issues that should be considered regarding RFID chip implants.
I collected the penny intro paragraphs that you were supposed to have completed for homework.
I distributed synthesis/research paper topics today. You received only the front cover. Your homework is to read the question you have been assigned very carefully and thoroughly and to do your own informal research on the topic. Tomorrow you will receive sources to go with your topic.
I distributed synthesis/research paper topics today. You received only the front cover. Your homework is to read the question you have been assigned very carefully and thoroughly and to do your own informal research on the topic. Tomorrow you will receive sources to go with your topic.
