As the saying goes, "A good beginning is half the battle." Doing things like this, so is writing argumentative papers. Gorky said: "The first sentence is the most difficult, just like the tuning in music, it often takes a long time to find." These words profoundly illustrate the importance of the beginning of the article, and also point out the difficulty of writing the beginning well. How can I write a beginning that attracts readers' attention? First, the method of quoting famous aphorisms quotes famous aphorisms at the beginning of the article, which leads to the argument or theme of the article, which is not only attractive to readers, but also convincing. For example, at the beginning of "Talking about Diligence", China said, "Nothing is difficult to a willing mind". Han Yu, a great writer in the Tang Dynasty, once said that "industry is good at diligence". In other words, profound academic attainments come from hard work. For example, the Russian writer Chernyshevski once said at the beginning of "Success lies in Struggle", "All really good things are obtained through struggle and sacrifice." Yes, all good things come from struggle, and so does success? For example, "Modesty makes people progress": "Modesty makes people progress and pride makes people fall behind." This is a well-known maxim. Indeed, modesty makes people progress, it can make people climb to the top of their careers and reap the fruits of victory. Throughout the ages, celebrities from all walks of life have succeeded by modesty. For example, in Lun Heng, Mencius said, "It is better to believe in books than to have no books." This means that you should not blindly trust books, that is, you should be a little skeptical. For example, "Question": Wang Chong said: "Don't talk about self-knowledge, don't ask about self-knowledge, and act in ancient and modern times." In learning, we should ask questions while learning, think more and ask more questions. Otherwise, how can it be called "learning"? Second, the method of asking questions begins with asking questions directly, which leads to discussion, which is also a common opening way of argumentative papers. This way of opening is characterized by getting into the topic quickly, being concise, powerful and inspiring. For example, the article "From Three to 10,000" begins: Can you take shortcuts in your study? This is a question that many beginners often ask. The answer should not be too general. It is not appropriate to say yes or no, it depends on who to learn, what to learn and what method to use, and it should be analyzed according to the actual situation. Generally speaking. Learning culture should be accumulated bit by bit, especially for beginners. For example, Beauty and Reading: Do you want to be beautiful and generous? Then please read more books! Reading can make a person's appearance beautiful. For example, "ignorance is more terrible than wealth": some people say, "ignorance is more terrible than poverty." Isn't it terrible to be rich and ignorant Numerous facts have proved that ignorance is more terrible than wealth. Third, the straight-to-the-point method is to put out the central argument of the article at the beginning, and then demonstrate it layer by layer. This is the most common way to start an argumentative essay. For example, we in China have backbone. Then analyze the meaning of backbone, and then list three typical cases to demonstrate the central argument. For example, "learning Chinese requires hard work": any learning is a sweet fruit that grows on bitter roots. Learning Chinese also requires hard work. Then, citing examples of Lu Xun, Marx and Mao Zedong who studied hard and practiced hard to demonstrate. Fourth, the story introduction method tells a story at the beginning of the article, and then causes discussion. Because the article is based on facts, targeted and convincing. For example, guard against shortcomings, avoid shortcomings, and make up for shortcomings: There is a story in which a master asked his three disciples a question: What should I do if there is a hole in my clothes? The first disciple replied, "Ignore it." The second disciple replied, "Cover it up"; Only the third disciple unhurriedly took out a needle and replied, "mend it." The master listened to his answer, nodded slightly, and his eyes showed approval. Then the advantages and disadvantages of the three are analyzed, and then the topics of protecting weaknesses, avoiding weaknesses and complementing each other are put forward. For example, the first step: Wang Tingxiang, a philosopher in the Ming Dynasty, once told a story: One day, he went to town in a sedan chair, and it rained on the way, and the sedan chair walked slowly. It turned out that the bearers were wearing a pair of new shoes and were carefully sheltering from the rain. Unexpectedly, after walking to Chang 'an Avenue, the road became more difficult to walk, and the sedan chair bearer accidentally stepped into the mud pit. From then on, he no longer cherished himself. Later, not only the shoes were all muddy, but also the whole body was not clean at all. Wang Tingxiang said with deep feeling: "The way of life is still ears. If you slip, you will do anything! This story tells us a truth: we must take the first step. V. Fable analogy Some argumentative papers first quote a fable, which leads to discussion and argumentation. This is allegorical analogy. Fables are characterized by short length, but complete stories. It has a contradictory origin, development and ending, and the whole story also shows a sense of humor. Therefore, quoting the beginning of fable in argumentative writing can visualize abstract truth and enhance the expressive force and appeal of the article. Such as "Dew and Sweat": There is such a fable. Dew said contemptuously to sweat: "We are all water drops, but I am white and flawless, and you, I don't need to point it out, you should also know that you are ashamed." "There is a difference between us. "Khan was not ashamed to ask, and said frankly," You slipped away against the sun, and I was born against the sun. " Dew was speechless. In real life, there are indeed many "dewdrop-type" people who indulge in an easy life, are afraid of suffering and avoid labor. They laughed coldly when they saw farmers carrying dirt away and workers digging coal. They are a group of vases and dewdrops, and they are undoubtedly parasites in life. For example, Dare to Face Reality: One day Pig looked in the mirror and saw that he was ugly. He smashed the mirror into pieces in anger. He looked at it carefully again and found that there was an ugly self in every fragment. As a result, the pig was so angry that he boasted and stared. So I thought: in our real society, don't many people make mistakes like pigs? The more I try to cover up my shortcomings, the more I end up with broken glass. People should face up to their own shortcomings and deficiencies. Sixth, the goal-setting method refutes the beginning of the paper, and often first shows the fallacy or reactionary argument of the other party before setting the goal and making an in-depth rebuttal. For example, individual and collective: some people put forward such a philosophy of life, which is called "for others, that is, everyone is for everyone." The article then analyzes the wrong argument of the other party, and then boils down to a formula, which is mercilessly ridiculed. There are many methods, and the following are the commonly used ones. After a good start, the witty article will naturally come. I believe that as long as you are willing to use your head and practice hard, you will certainly write a wonderful argumentative paper one day.