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Sunday, September 22, 2013
Reflection – Argumentative (Persuasive) Essay – Section 13 - Sept. 24
Visit URL: http://mnrivera1.com/Four_Major_Essays.pdf In your own words, discuss what an argumentative essay is. View the topics listed. Discuss which argumentative topic you would select and why? Please note that this will also be reviewed for Test #4. Further reflect on today’s overall activities.
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An argumentative essay is an essay that examines a certain topic which then leads to collecting data and evaluating it.
ReplyDeleteI chose the topic about birth control pills because I know many friends of mine including my girlfriend who takes birth control pills and has many negative side effects.
Today's lesson about writing the types of paragraphs such as Introductory, Developmental,Transitional, and Concluding, has taught me how to define the types of paragraphs. I've also learned about the basic paragraph patterns. There are 2 patterns: Pattern A that has a topic sentence and then the development and pattern B that has the same as pattern A but ends with the restating of the topic sentence.
Your topic of choice is very interesting as I don't know of any of my friends who take them. Your definition of the argumentative essay is concise!
DeleteToday's lesson helped me out too.
DeleteI didnt pick a topic yet for my argumentative essay but your it is interesting.
I'm still debating on these topics but i'll soon chose one.
DeleteToday's lesson helped.
I didn't know about these patterns till today. I only thought there was one. This is very new.
I agree, the lesson today has also helped me. I like the topic you chose
DeleteIt would be very interesting to read your essay and see what side you would take on this topic.
DeleteAn argumentative essay is an essay that certainly focuses on a certain matter, where it could leads to collecting data and evaluating as possibly as you can.
ReplyDeleteI didn't choose a topic yet for my argumentative essay.
But for reflecting on today's lessons will help me out on how to start out my argumentative essay and what I need to include plus all the necessary needs in order to make my argumentative a better one.
Unfortunately i couldnt be at class today but i shall read the chapter to help me with my argumentative essay as stated.
DeleteIt seems we're on the same boat on topic choices.
DeleteI wish you luck on it.
Yes today's lesson was helpful lesson to learn.
I agree, i like your definition of an argumentative essay. I also haven't chosen a topic yet.
Deleteoooh, so we don't have to choose a topic right away? wow.. i always thought I had to. i could have put more thought about it. but yeah, thanks for the information.
DeleteArgumentative essay or persuasive essay is an essay that lets us view a topic and invests in it, collecting data, to "persuade" or "argue" about that topic.
ReplyDeleteI have not chosen a topic, but will very soon do so.
Today was about the different pattern an essay is written. Pattern A is an essay with a topic and support while Pattern B is an essay with a topic, support, and a conclusion.
Our definitions for argumentative essay is really similar.
DeleteI agree with what you say.
DeleteI havent picked a topic as well.
Guess that's how the came up with the name Argumentative essay. The writer "argues" his/her side of the topic and backing up his/her statement with research and data.
DeleteAn argumentative essay is an essay where you pick a topic, evaluate and collect information about that topic and decide which side of the argument you stand on. My topic of choice would be about cloning because I certainly know where I stand in that argument,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you Jan
DeleteYour topic about cloning.
I understand where you are coming from :)
I look forward on your essay despite me not being able to read it later on.
DeleteYour definition on argumentative essay is much better than mine.
Your explanation on what an argumentative essay is on point and your topic of choice would be an interesting read.
Deletedude that's a nice one! i like your definition too
DeleteAn argumentative essay is an essay in which an author defends his/her position on a topic through evaluation, research, and collection of information.
ReplyDeleteAmongst the topics listed I chose, "The birth control pill is more dangerous than the medical community has led us to believe and should be removed [or restricted] from general consumption." I chose this topic because back at Saipan, certain high schools would provide teens with contraceptive pills, which I believe is unnecessary. This caused teens to engage in unprotected sex which increases the chance of contracting STDs and poses a threat to health.
Your topic is interesting
DeleteA lot of kids today are getting STDs from unprotected sex.
I agree, interesting definition. I never knew that they provided student those kinds of pills.
DeleteGreat interpretation on an argumentative essay. Your topic is also interesting and having that kind of information will help you with your essay.
DeleteI totally agree with your position on the topic you chose. The pill does encourage teens to engage in unprotected sex.
Deletewe chose the same topic! that's pretty cool!
DeleteAn argument essay, requires the writer to collect strong supporting details relating to the topic he/she have choosen.
ReplyDeleteI didnt choose my topic for argumentative essay yet but i will soon.
Today in class, learning how to write a paragraph shown by the two examples A & B. Learning the lessons today will help me in the future.
I to don't have a chosen topic for this essay, but yes one will be chosen.
DeleteYour definition on argumentative essay is simple. I LIKE IT!
Yes, in the future today's lesson will prove much use.
I agree, good choice of words for your definition. I also haven't chose a topic yet. Today's lesson will help me also.
DeleteI hope you find an interesting topic soon ! aha
DeleteAn argumentative essay is a type of essay that involves the research of a topic to defending a position based on the evidence or support you have. The topic I chose to write about was the development of a way to censor the internet. I chose this topic because i believe that the freedom of internet speech shouldn't be limited.
ReplyDeleteIn today's lesson we discussed about writing the paragraph. I learned that there are different structures that can be utilized to create a strong essay.
good definition! i think you're the first to say that topic,or maybe i missed others. but good choice
DeleteAn argumentative essay is an essay that proves a point and has the research to back it up. I have not chosen my topic yet, but in today's class, we learned about the parts of a paragraph. We learned the two different paragraphs and what they contain.
ReplyDeleteYour definition is simple and well said. With what we learned in today's class would help others with their essays.
DeleteSimple and straight to the point explanation. I like it.
DeleteI agree with Jun. it summarized the lessons we learned.
DeleteAn argumentative essay is about providing and supporting an argument to convince the opposite audience about your argument. Today's lesson as about the types and patterns about writing the paragraphs of an essay. If I were to choose a topic for an argumentative essay I would choose how online technology change our lives.
ReplyDeleteThat's a really strong explanation on what an argumentative essay is. Nice topic, I know everyone can relate to this.
DeleteAn argumentative essay is defined as an essay that involves to review a topic and gather information. The topic I've chosen would be "Drivers in MN [or nationwide] should not be permitted to use cell phones while driving (talking and/or texting)." because it's relatable. The lessons we learned in class today will help with writing my essay.
ReplyDeleteThe topic is interesting I am unsure where i stand on it so its nice to understand another point of view.
DeleteAn argumentative essay is the longer more detailed version of an expository essay. This essay requires complete understanding of your selected topic and to persuade your reading audience of the key points in your essay. Several references may be required in order to be able to explain both sides of the topic, the positive and the negative.The topic I chose to write about is "The birth control pill is more dangerous than the medical community has led us to believe and should be removed [or restricted] from general consumption." because this topics was really popular during my high school years and I just felt like writing about it.
ReplyDeleteIn today's session we discussed about the two patterns of a paragraph and identifying its parts. I know that today's lesson will be very helpful in the writing process of my paragraphs for the argumentative essay.
I agree about how an argumentative essay should be able to reference and explain both sides of the topic. The two sides of the topic are not always "positive" and "negative" sides, but rather who support it, and who do not. There are usually positive and negative points on either side.
DeleteYour definition of an argumentative essay is concise !
DeleteLove your topic. I don't know the dangers of birth control and want to hear them.
DeleteAn argumentative essay is an essay that requires investigation and research on a topic. After evaluating the information gathered, the writer establishes a position on said topic.
ReplyDeleteI decided to choose the topic about Stem-cell research. I do not see much wrong of how stem-cells can replenish lost tissue, or even organs and limbs, I believe the research can help patients that are on the waiting lists for organs by recreating and replenishing the lost tissue or organ from the patient him/herself. I believe that the research will go a long way in the future, but has hit a wall with people questioning if it is morally wrong. I see the research as being able to do way much more right than wrong. Technology will not stop growing, so why delay the inevitable? Even if it is "playing god."
Today's lesson was about two different ways to write your thesis statement. How the support should be directly related to your main idea of your paragraph. Main difference of the two types is one has a conclusion sentence and the other does not.
An argumentative essay is about choosing a topic that requires the writer to collect facts, evaluate them, and to research about it. The topic that I would choose is, "Drivers in MN [or nationwide] should not be permitted to use cell phones while driving (talking and/or texting)."
ReplyDeletean argumentative essay is an essay where you research, interview, and basically find compelling facts about your topic.
ReplyDeletei chose to write my argumentative essay on "developing some sort of internet sensor ship. i chose this topic because i thought it would be fun to investigate more about the vast world wide web, that we have integrated to closely around our lives.
since i don't know a lot about this topic i can't wait to hear your arguement.
DeleteAn argumentative essay is an essay like expository where you research and use facts. However a persuasive essay uses this to prove a point to strengthen a cause.
ReplyDeleteI chose to write about: "Fathers should be allowed the same treatment as mothers in family court decisions. Too
many times the mother is favored because of the "nurturing" stereotype." I feel I have plenty experience in this topic since i know many people who have went through this step