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6 Cards in this Set
- Front
- Back
Paragraph 1 - Introduction |
1. State problem you hope to resolve 2. Explain type of positive change you would like to see 3. Mention how your opponents may want to solve the same problem. |
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Paragraph 2 - Summary of Opposing View |
1. Topic sentence - Explain most important reason people disagree w/your point of view 2. Sentence using quote or paraphase from source that disagrees w/your point of view 3. Sentence of commentary to help reader understand your point of view 4. Optional - another sentence of commentary followed by another quote or paraphrase |
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Paragraph 3 - Statements of Understanding and Validity |
1. Topic sentence - use concept word from final sentence of previous paragraph in a different way...use transition word at beginning of this paragraph 2. Sentence to explain how opposing arguments might be valid 3. 2-3 sentence commentary to show how opposition has some valid points 4. Sentence to indicate that under certain circumstances you might be able to share the opposing sides point of view |
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Paragraph 4 - Statement of Your Position |
1. Topic sentence to state your point of view 2. Sentence with quote or paraprase that supports your point of view 3. 1-2 sentence commentary 4. Another sentence with quote or paraprase that supports your point of view 5. 2 sentences of commentary 6. Concluding sentence * Repeat pattern for 1-2 paragraphs - 1 paragraph for each reason/supporting point of your agrument |
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Paragraph 5 - Statement of Context |
1. Topic sentence to explain how your point of view is valid and has merit 2. Few sentences to describe situations in which your point of view has merit - also show that you understand people won't agree w/you all the time |
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Paragraph 6 - Statement of Benefits / Conclusion |
1. Show opponent how they would benefit from accepting your position 2. End on a hopeful note |