ESOL 0354 Advanced Composition
Argumentative In-Class Essay Outline
Introduction (minimum of 5 sentences)
- Hook (must use technique from ch. 1 – NO QUESTIONS!!!)
- Background information (why topic is relevant & important)
- Thesis statement (includes, topic, your point of view, and the main reasons to support it)
Body Paragraph #1 (First supporting argument – minimum 8 sentences):
- Supporting argument:
- Details:
Body Paragraph #2 (Second supporting argument – minimum 8 sentences):
- Supporting argument:
- Details:
Body Paragraph #3 (Counterargument & Refutation – minimum 8 sentences):
- Counterargument:
- Support Counterargument:
- Refutation (how the counterargument is flawed or invalid – DO NOT bring up any support for YOUR side of the argument):
Conclusion:
- Summarize supporting arguments:
- Remind reader why topic is important:
- End with a strong recommendation:
