WHAT IS ARGUMENTATIVE TEXT?

An argumentative text is a type of writing that presents a point of view on a particular topic and supports that viewpoint with evidence. The goal of an argumentative text is to persuade the reader or audience to accept the writer’s perspective or take a particular action. In order to achieve this, the writer employs logical reasoning, factual evidence, and often emotional appeals to build a strong case for their position.

TEXT STRUCTURE

1. INTRODUCTION

This section contains thesis statement, introduction of topic, brief description of the problem and the writer’s arguments.

2. BODY OF THE ARGUMENT

In this section, the writers express his/her opinion clearly supported by some accurate facts and data.

3. CONCLUSION

The conclusion summarizes all the things that already stated in the text, and it is located in the closing section.

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