Introduction: Write a question sentence that will introduce and hook the reader to the ideas of the topic. Explain both sides of the debate. Write a one sentence thesis statement that takes one side of the debate. body of paragraph one (claim 1) You have to use a sentence with “because clause” that makes a claim in support of your thesis. Explain why you have made that claim and why you believe its right, and give one example or personal experience. Explain why or how that example proves your claim, and give another example or reason why the claim is true. Wrap up the paragraph and give one last one thought related to the claim in this paragraph. Body paragraph two (claim 2) Use a transition and then write atopic sentence with a “because clause “that makes another claim in support of your thesis Explain why you have made that claim and why you believe its right, and give one example or personal experience. Explain why or how that example proves your claim, and give another example or reason why the claim is true. Wrap up the paragraph and give one last one thought related to the claim in this paragraph Counterargument and rebuttal Start with a transition and then write a topic sentence that presents the opposing view from yours Give one reason some people would argue that Give another reason people would argue that Refute reason one and reason two Conclusion The topic is Many of us spend hours in front of our computers and communicate more by e/mail or instant messaging than in person. Some people believe that is good because it helps shy people communicate more openly with others. Others believe that computer communication prevents us from developing interpersonal skills and limits our ability to have meaningful relationship with others. How do you feel about this issue? Take a position (thesis) and support your argument. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
