AP Lang Argumentative Essay

Introduction

1. Hook (begin with an engaging and thought-provoking statement to capture the reader's attention)

2. Background information (provide context to help the reader understand the topic, ex. explain why the issue matters and why the reader should care, or identify the audience who would be interested in the topic)

3. Provide thesis statement

4. Outline 3 reasons that support your viewpoint (to be used in body paragraphs)

Counterarguement

In the introduction, mention the opposing viewpoint and briefly explain its merits.

Acknowledge and refute the opposing argument to strengthen your own using evidence.

Body Paragraphs (3)

1. Topic Sentence

2. Evidence (ex. current events, historical context, outside knowledge, reading, personal anecdotes, or scientific evidence)

3. Commentary (explain how the evidence supports your claim)

Conclusion

1. Restate thesis statement

2. Summarize the main points of the essay, and how they connect to the thesis statement provided

3. Re-emphasize the importance of the topic

4. Provide a call to action