Writing an Argumentative/Persuasive Essay

A brief summary on how to write an

Argumentative/Persuasive Essay

Format

Introduction:

Definition of topic or issue

Present view/take a stand

Body:

Paragraph 1: first argument to support view

Paragraph 2: second reason to support view

Paragraph 3: third reason to support vie

Conclusion:

Restating of view/stand

Details

Most important reason
Second, third reasons
Examples, situations
Facts, figures

Transitional words

(used to link points and add similar,

additional and contrasting points)

Similar/additional points

- Moreover

- Besides

- In addition

- Similarly

- Likewise

- For example

Contrasting points

- However

- Firstly

- Secondly

- Finally

- On the other hand

- Although

Expressions to use

It is undeniable
Without doubt
I am of the view
I fully support
I agree
I cannot argue with
I am inclined to think
I am convinced
In conclusion

1.Write a composition of about 350 words on one of the following topics.

The various programmes for turtle conservation should be carried on.

Do you agree or disagree?

ANSWER

Suggested Structure:

Introduction

Explain the logistics of a turtle conservation programme

i.e. what is being done.

State your stand for or against such a programme.

Body

Agree -

A unique species of animals –

give facts as example;

part of the ecosystem,

so cannot do without it;

plays an important role in nature –

controls jellyfish population.

Stop practices of eating and selling parts of turtle and its eggs;

Preserve the species for future generations.

Revenue as a source of income for the nation

Four species of sea turtles in the world can be found nesting on Malaysian:

the olive-ridley turtle,

the hawksbill turtle,

the green turtle and

the leatherback turtle.

Disagree -

A lot of money spent.

A lot of manpower needed.

Waste of time and effort –

could be spent on helping poor people.

A matter of survival of the fittest –

if cannot survive, make way for stronger species.

Conclusion -

End your composition by reaffirming your stand.

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Writing an Argumentative/Persuasive Essay

A brief summary on how to write an

Argumentative/Persuasive Essay

Format

Introduction:

Definition of topic or issue

Present view/take a stand

Body:

Paragraph 1: first argument to support view

Paragraph 2: second reason to support view

Paragraph 3: third reason to support vie

Conclusion:

Restating of view/stand

Details

Most important reason

Second, third reasons

Examples, situations

Facts, figures

Transitional words

(used to link points and add similar,

additional and contrasting points)

Similar/additional points

- Moreover

- Besides

- In addition

- Similarly

- Likewise

- For example

Contrasting points

- However

- Firstly

- Secondly

- Finally

- On the other hand

- Although

Expressions to use

It is undeniable

Without doubt

I am of the view

I fully support

I agree

I cannot argue with

I am inclined to think

I am convinced

In conclusion

1.Write a composition of about 350 words on one of the following topics.

The various programmes for turtle conservation should be carried on.

Do you agree or disagree?

ANSWER

Suggested Structure:

Introduction

Explain the logistics of a turtle conservation programme

i.e. what is being done.

State your stand for or against such a programme.

Body

Agree -

A unique species of animals –

give facts as example;

part of the ecosystem,

so cannot do without it;

plays an important role in nature –

controls jellyfish population.

Stop practices of eating and selling parts of turtle and its eggs;

Preserve the species for future generations.

Revenue as a source of income for the nation

Four species of sea turtles in the world can be found nesting on Malaysian:

the olive-ridley turtle,

the hawksbill turtle,

the green turtle and

the leatherback turtle.

Disagree -

A lot of money spent.

A lot of manpower needed.

Waste of time and effort –

could be spent on helping poor people.

A matter of survival of the fittest –

if cannot survive, make way for stronger species.

Conclusion -

End your composition by reaffirming your stand.