Pro Con essay
Pro1,2,3 paragraphs
These next three paragraphs following the transition
paragraph, one must show the three strong reasons that support the thesis.
Remember, this is not you saying this, so its best to use strong transition
words such as They say.
15
points for each paragraph. 2pts for each sentence.
One must have all four parts of the paragraph: reason, explanation, example,
commentary. The explanation and example should have a few sentences each, to do
this well.
1. state the point or reason:_People who agree with (your thesis) say that
_______
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2. supporting detail (explain the
point or reason)
They
argue that ______________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
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3. added layered elaboration /
(give an example anecdote tell a story that illustrates the point or
reason; use facts, statistics or quotes to prove the point or reason.):_
For
example, ________________________________________________________
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____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
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4. commentary/ the meaning or
importance of the point made:
They
feel that ________________________________________________________
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