How to write short essays (argumentation)如何写英语短文(议论文).docVIP

How to write short essays (exposition/argumentation) I. Two types of argument II. How to write exposition: one-sided argumentative essays An exposition or argumentative essay is an essay in which the writer agrees or disagrees with an issue, using reasons to support his or her opinion. The goal is to convince the readers that his or her opinion is right. Exposition/Argumentation forces writers to take a stand on an issue, support their stand with solid reasons, and support their reasons with solid evidence. III. Structure of an exposition (or: an argumentative essay) Introduction Opening remarks to catch reader’s interest Thesis statement Plan of development/Preview of main ideas (optional) Topic sentence 1 (supported by supporting points) Specific evidence Body Topic sentence 2 (supported by supporting points) Specific evidence Topic sentence 3 (supported by supporting points) Specific evidence Conclusion Summary (optional) General closing remarks (e.g. Recommendation/prediction, etc.) IV. How to Write an Introduction 1) Four objectives of an introduction: Capture the attention of readers and make them read on. Provide background or necessary information to help readers understand the essay’s thesis. Reveal the essay’s central idea as expressed in the thesis statement. Guide the reader to important ideas in the body of the essay. 2) How to write good opening remarks: Asking questions or present a problem Stating the importance of the topic Giving historical background Using startling facts, remarks or statistics Starting with an opposite opinion Starting with an idea or situation that is the opposite of the one you will develop Telling a story, an anecdote, or an incident; or describe a scene Citing quotations Defining an important term or concept Using comparison, contrast or an analogy Starting with general, moving to specific