1. Writing the Parts Argumentative Essay

2. Introduction Gain the reader’s attention Includes your claim Suggests primary development Establishes your credibility

3. Background Presents background information if relevant

4. Lines of Argument Presents good reasons Uses all relevant evidence Presents reasons in a logical order

5. Refutation Considers opposing point of views Notes advantages and disadvantages of opposing views Argues that your thesis is stronger than the opposing view

6. Conclusion Summarizes the argument Expands or elaborates on the implications of your thesis Makes clear what you want your reader to think or do Makes a strong ethical or emotional appeal

7. Don’t forget to add a title