20 Nov Should international students at HCC be required to take the TSI, the same test that English native speakers? are required to take.ArgumentativeEssayOutline.docx
Download and complete the handout below to outline your argumentative. The topic is:
Should international students at HCC be required to take the TSI, the same test that English native speakers are required to take.
ESOL 0354 Advanced Composition
Argumentative In-Class Essay Outline
Introduction (minimum of 5 sentences)
· Hook (must use technique from ch. 1 – NO QUESTIONS!!! )
· Background information (why topic is relevant & important)
· Thesis statement (includes, topic, your point of view, and the main reasons to support it)
Body Paragraph #1 (First supporting argument – minimum 8 sentences):
· Supporting argument:
· Details:
Body Paragraph #2 (Second supporting argument – minimum 8 sentences):
· Supporting argument:
· Details:
Body Paragraph #3 (Counterargument & Refutation – minimum 8 sentences):
· Counterargument:
· Support Counterargument:
· Refutation (how the counterargument is flawed or invalid – DO NOT bring up any support for YOUR side of the argument):
Conclusion:
· Summarize supporting arguments:
· Remind reader why topic is important:
· End with a strong recommendation:
