In this English writing lesson, learn about argumentative essays, the most common type of essay in school in the U.S. Learn what an argumentative essay is and how to choose a topic for an argumentative essay. Come back soon for the rest of the videos in this series, and keep learning English with me, an experienced English teacher!
✍️ QUESTION for PRACTICE:
What is a good example of an argumentative essay topic? SHare in the comments, and I'll give you feedback. Write it as a question. Here are some examples:
Should children be required to wear uniforms to school?
Should all adults be required to vote in elections?
Should free housing be provided for the local homeless population?
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0:00 How to Choose a Topic for an Argumentative Essay
1:25 What is an argumentative essay?
1:57 Both sides of issue in argumentative essay
3:15 How to choose topic for argumentative essay
3:20 Interest in the topic
4:09 Can be debated
5:52 Current topic
6:15 Good argumentative essay topics
7:24 Local topic
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25 июл 2024
