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Persuasive & Argumentative Papers
Persuasive and argumentative papers rely on using evidence to convince others. Think you have what it takes? Check out our prewriting and outline examples to get started on your assignment.
Getting started
Information needs
Primary & secondary sources
Scholarly, trade, & popular publications
Scholarly & peer-reviewed journals
Grey literature
Finding a topic
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Brainstorming
Choosing a position
Exploring the internet
Exploring background information
Narrowing/broadening your topic
Paper structure
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Persuasive structure
Argumentative structure
Writing
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Introduction
Thesis statement
Supporting paragraphs
Transitions
Conclusion
Citation
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