Argument Paper # ( 3-5 pages)
The argument paper should begin with a one- to three-sentence statement of the main thesis. A thesis is an argument concerning an issue. For example, Bisexuality is a viable alternative sexual orientation. It clearly states the author's perception. Your paper should present your beliefs or conclusions related to the topic. It should include references from scientific literature, quality online resources (e.g. WebMD,
Federal websites, etc. not Wikipedia or other non-peer reviewed sites) . You select the topic for your paper.
Do not use the topic of Bisexuality; it was just an example.
The topic I want to do for this argument paper is on whether or not consumers and manufacturers should purchase items that were built with child labor. The stance that I want to take on this is that consumers should NOT contribute to these acts and should not purchase these items, no matter how much more affordable it is.
A Crash Course on Argument Papers
• SELECT an issue or dilemma of interest.
• Review the pertinent literature.
• Decide on your perception; take a stance.
• Articulate your perception in a thesis statement.
• Summarize the issues; demonstrate an understanding of the controversy.
• Defend/argue in favor of your perception using all resources available.
• Finish with a strong summary statement that reinforces your thesis.
• Proofread your work; use grammar/spellcheck functions.
• Revise; submit final draft.