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A formal argument states a position on a substantive topic and then supports that position with
an essay
reasons and evidence
a thesis statement
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The purpose of a formal argument is to:
Win the argument
antagonize the other side
make readers believe something and, in many cases, to take some type of action.
write a very long essay to exhaust the reader into submission
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person clearly states her position.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person is older than you.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person gives clear reasons for their views.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person admits that your point of view makes sense.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person calls you dude.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person gives you specific examples.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person yells or writes in capital letters.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person shows an understanding of the issue.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person includes a claim that states the writer’s position.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person supports the claim with reasons that make sense.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person supports reasons with relevant evidence.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person fairly and respectfully argues against other viewpoints.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person organizes reasons and evidence logically.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person makes connections between related ideas.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person has a formal style and a confident, objective tone.
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It makes a strong argument and you are likely to listen when a person ends with a restatement of the claim.
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