Argumentative Essay

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Requirements 5 paragraphs – Intro, Body 1, Body 2, Counterclaim (Body 3), Conclusion Intro – 5-6 sent. Body par’s – at least 8 sent. Conclusion 4-5 sent. 2 quotes for each Body Par. Quotations from at least 2 different articles NEVER USE “I” OR “ME” OR “MY/MINE” OR “IN MY OPINION”

What are we writing about? Topic: The pros (positive) and cons (negative) of artificial intelligence You have to take a stand – you’re either FOR or AGAINST – before you start writing Your essay will either: reflect how you think A.I. is GOOD and talk about the pros of it Reflect how you think A.I. is BAD and talk about the cons of it

Where do my quotes come from? We will read 3 articles on artificial intelligence: “Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence” by Andy Patrizio “Three Ways Artificial Intelligence is Good for our World” by Jillian Richardson “Four Things Everyone Should Fear About Artificial Intelligence and the Future” by Jonathan Vanian Your quotations will come from at least 2 of these articles

Let’s read the 1st article As we read “Pros and Cons…” you need to mark any material you think you could use for your argument Highlight any pros you see (positive stuff about A.I.) Underline any cons you see (negative stuff about A.I.) Remember, the more of these you find now, the less you have to worry about looking for later when you write

Pick a side Now that you’ve read the first article, decide on which side YOU will take with your essay – pros or cons Do that now

You have 15 minutes to read and mark your articles 2nd & 3rd article As you read the other two articles on your own, mark any material you think you could use for your argument Highlight any pros you see (positive stuff about A.I.) Underline any cons you see (negative stuff about A.I.) You have 15 minutes to read and mark your articles

Reminders About Quotes Always put article titles in quotation marks (“”). Don’t underline them When you refer to the author the FIRST time (so in the intro), you use their full name Every time after that, you refer to them by just their last name NEVER refer to the author by their first name alone – you guys aren’t friends

Intro Paragraph Guidelines You have 20 minutes to write Intro Intro Paragraph Guidelines Introduce your topic – artificial intelligence – and whether it’s a good or bad thing Remember to be straight and to the point here Mention the article titles and authors’ names and briefly summarize what they were about in one sentence each Last sent. is thesis: Sample --- As these articles show, artificial intelligence is (a benefit/a drawback) because ________________ (3 reasons). 5-6 sentences total (0 quotes in intro)

Body Par. #1 Guidelines You have 35 minutes to write BP1 Tell the main idea of the paragraph in opening sentence Use a quote to back up your idea & explain its significance in your own words Use another quote to back up your idea & explain its significance in your own words (Must have at least 2 quotes in this par.) Must be at least 8 sentences altogether Remember to introduce your quotes: Example: In the article “Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence,” Andy Patrizio says, “ ……………………” Or Patrizio shows this when he says, “…………..”

Body Par. #2 Guidelines You have 35 minutes to write BP2 Tell the main idea of the paragraph in opening sentence Use a quote to back up your idea & explain its significance in your own words Use another quote to back up your idea & explain its significance in your own words (Must have at least 2 quotes in this par.) Must be at least 8 sentences altogether Remember to introduce your quotes: Example: In the article “Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence,” Andy Patrizio says, “ ……………………” Or Patrizio shows this when he says, “…………..”

Counterclaim (BP3) Guidelines You have 45 minutes to write BP3 This is where you explain the viewpoint OPPOSITE of yours and explain why you disagree with it Remember, you have to explain the opposing opinion and then disprove it – otherwise you look like a flip-flopper Explain opposing viewpoint and back it up with quotations Explain significance of the quotations Need 2 quotes; par. Must be at least 8 sentences altogether Remember to introduce your quotes: Example: In the article “Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence,” Andy Patrizio says, “ ……………………” Or Patrizio shows this when he says, “…………..”

Conclusion Guidelines You have 20 minutes to write Conclusion Conclusion Guidelines Wrap up your thoughts and stance on the subject quickly and succinctly Do not waste time repeating yourself End on a thoughtful note