What is the difference between Argumentative and narrative Essay

What is an Essay

1. "LET'S AGREE TO
DISAGREE...
RESPECTFULLY!"

2. Lesson
Objectives:
•Identify the key features
of an argumentative
essay-
•Understand the
structure: Introduction,
Body, Conclusion
Construct a basic
argument with a clear
thesis-
•Evaluate arguments
based on strength and
evidence

3. Recap & Link
to Prior
Knowledge
•"From Telling Stories to Taking a
Stand“
•Narrative essay (telling a story)
•Argumentative essay (taking a
position)
•Link: Both need structure, clear ideas,
and purpose

4. What is an
Argumentative
Essay?
An argumentative essay presents a viewpoint on a
topic
Backed by facts and evidence
Aims to persuade the reader

5. Structure of
an
Argumentative
Essay

6. Common Mistakes to Avoid
No clear thesis
no clear argument
Emotional rants instead of logic
Weak evidence

7. Title: "Correct or Not?“
Instruction: Read the
statements.
•An argumentative essay should have a
conclusion.
•You don’t need evidence to support your points.
•A thesis is just a fancy word for opinion.

8. "Before You
Go..."
What is one thing you
learned?-What part did you
enjoy most?-One question
you still have?