GUIDE TO WRITING

The Writing Assignment

Compose a position argument on a controversial issue: Before you take a position, learn more about the issue and the debate surrounding it. Then frame the issue so readers recognize that it merits their attention, consider and respond to views that differ from yours, and develop a well-supported, clearly organized argument that will confirm, challenge, or change your readers’ views.

This Guide to Writing will help you compose your own position argument and apply what you have learned from reading other position argument. The Starting Points chart here will help you find answers to many of your questions. Use the chart to find the guidance you need, when you need it.

STARTING POINTS: ARGUING A POSITION

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