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Argumentative Writing For Grade 10

The document outlines various argumentative writing techniques, including rhetorical questions, repetition, and appeals to emotion and authority. It explains the structure of an argumentative essay, emphasizing the importance of a clear thesis, supporting evidence, and addressing counterarguments. Additionally, it provides tips for effective writing and includes a set of questions to assess understanding of the concepts presented.

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Argumentative Writing For Grade 10

The document outlines various argumentative writing techniques, including rhetorical questions, repetition, and appeals to emotion and authority. It explains the structure of an argumentative essay, emphasizing the importance of a clear thesis, supporting evidence, and addressing counterarguments. Additionally, it provides tips for effective writing and includes a set of questions to assess understanding of the concepts presented.

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Use Argumentative

W r i t i n g Te c h n i q u e s

BY: VINCENT JAY I.


BARBERO
Rhetorical Questions
Asking questions that don't require an answer, but are
designed to make the reader think and consider the
writer's perspective.

Repetition
Repeating key words or phrases to emphasize their
importance and make them more memorable.

Bandwagon
The term "bandwagon" refers to a popular trend or
activity that attracts growing support.
Appeal to Emotion
The use of emotive language can help sway the readers
to side with the writer or to do what he says.

Appeal to Authority
The writer needs to establish himself as an authority in
the topic he is writing about by using facts, figures, and
other proofs that would support his opinions or claims.
“What s your stand?”
In this activity, I will show some issues that
are rising nowadays in the Philippines, and I
want to take your stand on whether you agree
or disagree with those particular issues that I
will show.
Lowering the criminal age to 12
years old.
Returning death penalty.
Mandatory military service for adult
Filipinos.
Argumentative Writing
• is a type of writing wherein the writer aims at presenting
an issue (be it scientific, political, social, etc.) and then
taking side or making a stand, which he will have to
support by giving proof or evidence.
• This task requires that the writer read about the topic
and research about evidence (e.g., statistics, statement
of experts, legal documents).
• Argumentative essay is quite similar with persuasive writing in
some aspects, but argumentative texts adopt a fair, formal and
reasonable tone; hence, emotive appeal do not play a significant
role here.
• In terms of structure, argumentative essays should have a
straightforward structure so they are easy for readers to follow.
These are the different parts of an argumentative essay:
1. Introductory paragraph – This part should provide an outline
of the topic, the background information needed to
understand your argument, the evidence you will present, and
your thesis statement. (A thesis statement is a clear, concise,
one-sentence summary of your main point and claim.)

2. Body paragraphs – This part comprises at least three


paragraphs that contains reasons and evidence (such as
examples, research, statistics, statements from an authority,
etc.) that back up your claim.
1. Counterargument – This paragraph is still part of the body, but it
is reserved for acknowledging opposing claims and then refuting
them to further support your side or stance.

2. Conclusion – This is a one-paragraph part that restates your


thesis and summarizes all of the arguments. Here, no other
arguments should be introduced anymore.
To make sure that the content of each paragraph has substance, here
are some argumentative writing techniques or tips outlined from
Sarikas (2019) and other sources:

1.Make your thesis crystal clear. Readers should be able to pinpoint


immediate what your thesis statement is; otherwise, it would make
your essay weak. Make it stand out by putting it in the first paragraph
of your essay.

2. Use evidence to support your side. For every point that you
make, make sure you have facts to back it up. This not only
makes your essay stronger, but it also helps you build your
authority or credibility as a writer.
3.Show why the other side is weak. The best argumentative essays are not
that focuses only on their side but those that present opposing arguments and
then countering them. This tells the reader that the writer has really
considered all sides and found out which is better.

4. Use logical connectors. Knowing the right words or phrases to use plays
an important part in making sure that all the contents of the essay are
organized. Therefore, make sure to use where appropriate some logical
connectors such as however, on the other hand, consequently, therefore, and
so on.
Read the questions carefully and choose the best answer.
1. Which of the following statements best describes argumentative writing?
A. It presents the writer’s side about an issue and the evidence to prove his points.
B. It uses emotive language to sway the readers to agree with the writer’s opinions.
C. It usually ends with a call to action.
D. All of the above.

2. Besides knowledge about the topic, what is an important aspect to consider when writing an argumentative essay?
A. length of the essay
B. knowing the target audience
C. extensiveness of vocabulary
D. using all writing techniques

3. Which of the following is not an acceptable evidence to prove one’s point?


A. opinions of random people
B. statement of experts
C. research findings
D. statistics
4. Which of the following is a thesis statement? A. An app or tablet can provide children with an alternate medium for
education.
B. Gifted children can also benefit from technology-based learning environments.
C. The use of technology and screen time can be positive for children.
D. Technology allows children to excel academically.

5. What is the purpose of a counterargument in argumentative writing?


A. It is primarily aimed at setting argumentative from persuasive writing.
B. It is meant to make the essay longer and meet the word count.
C. It provides a chance for the writer to acknowledge the loopholes of his own arguments.
D. It is intended to weaken the opposing arguments by presenting evidence that would invalidate their claim.
B. Identify if the statement is a description or an example of persuasive or argumentative text. Write P for persuasive
and A for argumentative.
1. It usually ends with a call to action.
2. It aims to make the readers acknowledge the truthfulness of the writer’s claims.
3. It involves analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information or evidence to give a solid support to the argument.
4. Slow internet speed in the Philippines is a problem in ensuring quality education. The country fell six notches to 121
out of 139 countries, its 12.09 mbps far below the global average of 30.89 mbps; this is why Filipino learners cannot
keep up with international standards.
5. Diane Dimond wrote on her blog, “And once robbed of their self-esteem, they can suffer from mental and physical
problems, drop out of school and even commit suicide.” No one likes the way insults feel, and this is why bullies are
criminals.
Assignment:
Write an argumentative essay with any topic that you want
to cover. Be guided by the given rubric.
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GOOD
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