Argue for starting a career after high school.
Introductory Paragraph
- Introduce the overall topic (setting up an overview to give readers context).
- Introduce one side of the argument.
- Introduce the opposing side of the argument.
- Create a thesis statement that reflects your opinion on the topic.
- Paragraph 1: Supporting Point #1
- Introduce the strongest evidence that supports your point.
- Note the source this information came from (preparing for an in-text citation).
- Give two supporting details.
- Explain how this evidence supports your point.
- Paragraphs 2 through 5: Supporting Points #2 through 5
- Introduce the other evidence that supports your point.
- Note the source this information came from.
- Give two supporting details.
- Explain how this evidence supports your point.
- Paragraph 6 and 7: Refuting Counterclaims
- Introduce one or two possible counterarguments that an opponent might have.
- Note the source this information came from.
- Explain why this counterargument isn’t valid using two supporting details.
- Conclusion Paragraph
- Restated thesis statement
- Summary of your argument
- Significance of your argument