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An argumentative essay
Any essay would normally have:
·         Introduction 
·         Background
·         Thesis statement (main idea/opinion)
·         Arguments 
·         Counter arguments
·         Conclusion
Introduction
The first impression that you make on the reader is essential. That is why the beginning of a piece of writing is so important. You must make sure that you win over the readers at the very beginning so that they´ll stick with you through the rest of the essay. 
Here are some suggestions how you can start:
State your main idea: begin with a direct statement of your main point.
Use an anecdote: tell a brief story that sets a specific tone or mood.
Take a stand: state a strong opinion and let your readers agree or disagree.
Quote someone: someone else´s funny, wise, or striking comment can sometimes make your point and spark your readers´ interest. 
Something personal: something that happened to you…
Background 
Provide your readers with necessary background information, explaining the important facts of your case. 
Thesis statement
Give your opinion which will be the main idea of your essay.
Arguments 
Support your thesis statement with evidence. Try to find at least three strong arguments for your point of view. Finish with the strongest: first… second… third...
Counter Arguments
Be prepared and answer with counter arguments.
Conclusion
The conclusion should give the reader the impression that you have pulled everything together. 
Summarize and restate: summarize the points you have made in your essay and restate your main idea. 
State an opinion: offer an overview of the topic and share your personal feelings or values. 
Ask a question: end your writing with a question that will leave your readers thinking about your topic. 
Checkpoints for revising:
·         Is my introduction so interesting that it catches the attention of my readers?
·         Is there a background? Is it to short? Does it contain the facts my readers need to know?
·         Is my main idea clearly formulated? 
·         Do my arguments support my idea enough to convince the readers?
·         Have I mentioned the counter arguments?
·         Does my conclusion follow logically from the rest I have written?
Linking words:
Showing how your line of thought develops in your text is a service for the reader. Linking words and phrases can help do this by signaling how your thoughts are developing: first, second, last, more important, least important, better, best, finally, most of all, unlike, like, in contrast, on the other hand, nevertheless, different from, in the same way, however, also, furthermore, in addition, equally, indeed, obviously, generally, in fact, in particular, especially, clearly, importantly. 
1.      Choose a subject
2.      Find facts and arguments (remember to check your sources so that the sources are reliable). 
3.      Start writing.
4.      Examples of subjects:
Human trafficking                         Plastic surgery                   Death penalty
Border control                              Animal rights and experimentation          
Abortion                                       Voting when you are 16
 











