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Argumentative Writing

 





Argumentative or Persuasive Writing refers to essays that are written to convince the reader to accept your point of view. 

For CSEC English, your writing should be 250 words. 


Key Elements: 

1. 4-5 paragraphs

2. Linking words between each paragraph (Firstly, Secondly, Additionally, Also, etc.)

3. Examples to support your view

4. Proper structure (Introduction, Body, Conclusion)


The OREO Technique


O- Opinion

R-Reason

E- Example

O- Opinion Restated



Transition Words:



Additional Tips: 

- Rhetorical Questions 
- Anecdotes
-Quotations 


SAMPLE TOPIC: The age to drive legally in Barbados should be raised to 18. Say whether you agree or disagree. 


    I strongly believe that the legal driving age in Barbados should be raised to 18 years. Firstly, the current age is 16 and many teenagers around that age are still quite irresponsible. Secondly, learning to drive is not an immediate need so, young people should be given more time to focus on other important issues such as schooling. Lastly, Barbados' roads are currently too full of vehicles so the fewer drivers we have, the better. 

    Teenagers have often proven themselves to be irresponsible. For example, they may make poor decisions in their choice of friends and they are still learning about themselves. How then can we expect them to be wise over the handling of powerful vehicles? For this reason, it would be a great idea to increase the age of our drivers. 

    Further, ....

    Lastly, ...

    In conclusion, ...

            

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Your topics:

1. Corporal punishment in our schools is cruel and inhumane. It is time that it be made illegal. 


2. Many employers have rules dictating their female employees' hairstyles including the colour, texture and the use of extensions. Write an essay saying whether you agree or disagree with this practice. 




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