By Mr. Hall

ARGUMENTATIVE WRITING

When you form an opinion about something and you argue it with others by writing.

WHAT IS ARGUMENTATIVE WRITING?

Remember its ok to disagree and we can all walk away friends.

You get a prompt which is a topic or idea for you to think about.

Then you must decide whether you agree or disagree.

PROMPT

One Direction is the best band of all time!

EXAMPLE

Agree

Disagree

Why?

We should have to go to school on Saturdays!

ANOTHER EXAMPLE

Agree Disagree

Why?

Would you rather:

LAST EXAMPLE

Every time you cry your tears would be Jelly

ORWhen you sweat you sweat honey

Cats Vs. Dogs

Click on Each Picture For A Video

NOW YOUR TURN

5 paragraph

Introduction-

Paragraph 1- First reason why you chose your opinion.

Paragraph 2- Second reason why you chose your opinion.

Paragraph 3- Third reason why you chose your opinion.

Conclusion-

HOW SHOULD YOUR WRITING LOOK?

FILL OUT YOUR HAMBURGER

Write a 5 paragraph essay on what pet would be better, a cat or a dog.

Remember to use this format:Introduction- State your chosen opinion.

Paragraph 1- First reason why you chose your opinion.

Paragraph 2- Second reason why you chose your opinion.

Paragraph 3- Third reason why you chose your opinion.

Conclusion-Wrap up by summarizing your choice and three evidences.

PROMPT