Zeitoun Timed Writing Forming an Argumentative Thesis Statement
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Zeitoun Timed Writing
Forming an Argumentative Thesis Statement Write your thematic strand topic on the top of a blank page Underneath, write your opinion about that topic
Thesis Statement Form your ideas into one strong, arguable claim Strong means clear, concise, and powerful Arguable means some people would disagree with you You also want to propose an action to an audience. What do you want someone to do because of your paper? Just like the “in order to” phrase when you’re writing a purpose statement for another author
Example Theses The government must give all students access to a free and equal education, regardless of class, race, age, or gender. In order to promote academic success, schools should require student uniforms. Fast food places should refuse to sell 1000 or more calorie items.
Introduction Paint a picture of the problem in concrete and memorable ways Show the need or problem affects the audience Explain why the problem is significant Explain why other solutions have not worked Propose your solution (Thesis)
Body Paragraphs Topic Sentence (Smaller claim): The government should encourage the development of equitable charter schools as a viable option in low-income neighborhoods. Reason: Charter schools are not burdened by the bureaucracy associated with most public schools. Followed by: Warrant: The government should want all students to have access to the most efficient education possible. Evidence: At KIPP Austin, 90% of the students are economicallydisadvantaged, but 93% matriculated to college. Effects: Instituting such schools would help the educational process of students in the community and encourage public schools to improve their programs. Repeat with another reasons.
Conclusion Explain why the proposal is feasible Explain the effects on the future Broaden the issue to wider society
Remember: Outline! Read over and revise! Your paper is not about Zeitoun. Your paper is about the topic; Zeitoun is a source.