Argumentative Essay Q's & Feedback by Emma Gibbs https://padlet.com/emmagibbs/ArgEssay2020 Post any questions/thesis/line of reasoning for Argumentative Essay if you would like feedback from Ms. Gibbs en-us 2020-12-12 16:50:08 UTC 2020-12-17 16:13:04 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4d1.png Post Instructions emmagibbs https://padlet.com/emmagibbs/ArgEssay2020/wish/1012476191 Make a post with any questions/thesis/line of reasoning for argumentative essay that you would like Ms. Gibbs to answer or provide feedback. ]]> 2020-12-12 16:55:24 UTC https://padlet.com/emmagibbs/ArgEssay2020/wish/1012476191 Need help brainstorming evidence? emmagibbs https://padlet.com/emmagibbs/ArgEssay2020/wish/1012731423 Remember to do your CHORES.
C-current events
H-history
O-outside knowledge
R-reading
E-experiences
S-science

These are the sources of knowledge your should access for evidence to support your line of reasoning for your argument. ]]> 2020-12-12 20:55:56 UTC https://padlet.com/emmagibbs/ArgEssay2020/wish/1012731423 Line of Reasoning & Chronological Argument emmagibbs https://padlet.com/emmagibbs/ArgEssay2020/wish/1016470876 A good argument builds as you move through the essay. It does not simply repeat the same points. Instead, the different points of the argument build off one another and work together to advance the author’s point.

All students are likely to have their own definitions of what “choosing the unknown” might mean. You first want to consider what this phrase means to you, and how it applies to the real world.  Could it mean breaking out of your comfort zone in daily routines, or could it mean going to theater school to follow your dreams?  There’s no wrong answers, but try to pin down one. Consider Lindbergh’s quote the prompt gives you, and how shock, disappointment, and enrichment play into choosing the unknown.

Once you’ve nailed down your definition, you can begin to form your arguments.

A chronological argument builds off itself. So, in this question’s case, an outline would look something like this:

  1. Choosing the unknown is necessary for the development of the human race.
  2. Scientific advancements cannot be made without testing the boundaries of the unknown.
  3. Cultural and artistic growth can only occur through exploring the unknown.
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  • Determine the question. Figure out what the prompt is asking you to do.
  • Pick an opinion and stick to it. Choose one side of the argument and one clear claim to support all the way through.
  • Craft a thesis statement. Your thesis should be clear, concise, and introduce the content of your essay.
  • Craft a chronological argument. Make an argument that builds on its prior points.
  • Support your claims. Support yourself with concrete, specific evidence and examples. 


    • ]]>     2020-12-14 15:58:56 UTC https://padlet.com/emmagibbs/ArgEssay2020/wish/1016480429     Thesis Statement Revisions emmagibbs https://padlet.com/emmagibbs/ArgEssay2020/wish/1028278434 Thesis statements should be DEFENSIBLE, RELEVANT, and SUFFICIENT!

    1. Does your thesis statement directly answers the prompt?

    2. Does your thesis statement clearly take a position?

    3. Does your thesis statement provide an effective and logical line of reasoning?

    Topic sentences for each body paragraph should also meet this criteria.

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