Intro To Conclusion

Worksheet Description

The “Structuring Evidence-Based Arguments” worksheet is a structured outline designed to assist students in organizing an argumentative essay. It provides a scaffolded format with sections for an introduction—including a hook, background information, and a thesis statement—followed by spaces for listing three reasons or pieces of evidence. Additionally, the worksheet includes sections to list two counterarguments with notes on how these can be refuted or attacked, and it concludes with a space for restating the claim or thesis in a different way and drafting a conclusion.

This worksheet teaches students the essential structure of an evidence-based argument by guiding them through the process of developing a coherent and persuasive essay. It emphasizes the importance of a strong opening to engage the reader, the development of a clear thesis statement, and the provision of multiple supporting reasons or evidence. By including counterarguments, it encourages students to anticipate and address potential opposition to their views, which is a critical skill in argumentation. The exercise aims to improve students’ abilities to create well-organized and compelling written arguments.