AP Argument EssayToday we will discuss…

a) the two types of promptsb) appropriate evidence

c) how to begin writing an introduction

(Credit to Becky Talk from Cushing HS)

Prompt: Type #1 (2008)Some people argue that corporate partnerships are a necessity for cash-strapped schools. Others argue that schools should provide an environment free from ads and corporate influence. Using appropriate evidence, write an essay in which you evaluate the pros and cons of corporate sponsorship for schools and indicate why you find one position more persuasive than the other.

Prompt: Type #2

Prompt: Bottom Line

Be ready for either type!

Both as you to craft an argument that persuades your audience!

1. Identify the premise of the prompt and restate it in your own words.

2. Decide whether you will defend, challenge, or qualify the premise.

3. Write down three examples to support your position.

Process: Pre-Writing

Evidence: Types

*Similar* to EOC, BUT I will qualify that statement: Your evidence must be more sophisticated with intricate

connection and explanation.

Evidence: Types

Evidence

A. Me: a personal anecdote

B. The World: a political example

C. History: a historical example

D. Literature: a literary example or one that comes from a classy movie.

Note: You may have more than one example from each category. You do not need to have one example from each category, but you should always go with the strongest, most relevant examples you have!

Evidence: Example of an Original Perspective

Prompt:

Original, insightful response:

Evidence: Making Connections

Take a moment to:

A) Read the handoutB) Underline his thesisC) Highlight and label the difference types of

evidence

Introduction Paragraph: Formula

1) Observation Sentence 1: An appropriate joke, pun, or observation that introduces the one word topic of the prompt; this step is optional, but anything you can do to wake the graders up is good if it is carefully selected. Alternately, you can discuss the history of this subject and join the debate. Why does this issue come up so often and how will it continue to be important to society?2) They Say Sentence 2: Restate the prompt including the specific quote to which you are responding. 3) I Say Sentence 3: Restate the prompt in your own words defining the undefined terms contained in the prompt. 4) Pick a Side Sentence 4: Write a multi-clausal thesis statement starting with the word “Although” that takes a clear side on the subject.

*Note, this is just a handy formula to help you remember the essential information the one should put in an intro paragraph for the argument essay;

you may adjust, customize, or ignore this form.*

Introduction: Practice

Task: Write a formulaic introduction using the new prompt!