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Argumentative essay is a type of work that considers a problem from different points of view. This essay should be written on a controversial topic and must defend a thesis that could be argued "for" and "against." The purpose of an argumentative essay is to convince the readers that the author’s point of view is correct. The paper should persuade them to take the specified side and clearly explain why your position is a preferred one.
The argumentative essay is intended to specify the evidence and arguments with the use of such additional information, as historical, literary, scientific and other facts, events, quotations, examples from own life. A good argumentative paper reinforces or changes the reader’s perceptions using a logical system of evidence. Every argument should be based on the proof supporting the main idea of the work. Typical argument is based on position that must be proved, proofs that support the statement, and the result received.
The argumentative essay introduction should describe the topic giving some background information about the issue. It is necessary to include a definition of key terms used, the opposite points of views on the issue, and the structure of work with transition to the main part. Choosing the issue for the argumentative essay make sure that it is actual and has many aspects to discuss.
The main part of a paper generally includes arguments of the author, support of the author’s position with facts or examples, and consideration of one or two counterarguments. In this part you need to show why the opposite opinion is weak in comparison with the author's position. Arguments "for" must be true based on authoritative sources, accessible and simple to understand. These arguments reflect the objective reality. Arguments "against" must convince that the opposite reasoning is wrong. The arguments should be organized in increasing order. Consequently, the final argument should be the strongest one.
The conclusion should consolidate your arguments supporting your point of view. In conclusion you need to write about the findings you made and insert one or two additional sentences that summarize the main arguments in favor of your opinion.
Summing up, writing an argumentative essay you should create an internal dialogue assessing the statements and supporting evidence, assumptions, arguments and hidden internal conflicts. You should prove that your viewpoint is more desirable than others, despite the fact that other people do not initially agree with it.
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