What argumentation methods are used in argumentative essays are introduced as follows:

1. Argumentation with examples

Argumentation with examples is the most commonly used argumentation method in argumentative essay writing. When students need to elaborate on their arguments, giving an example that can support the argument can effectively support their point of view.

It should be noted that in the process of giving examples, the examples must have the three major elements of "typical, novel, and concise". If the argument is too cliché, the article will lose readability; if it is too lengthy, it will lead to the embarrassing situation of insufficient time and paper for writing; if it is not typical enough, it will not be able to achieve the effect of supporting the argument, resulting in the article becoming less argumentative.

2. Metaphorical argument

Metaphorical argument is a brilliant but relatively difficult argumentative technique in argumentative essays. If it can be used well, it can create an effect of "pointing fingers and scolding Huaihuai", which can attract the attention of marking teachers. For example, use thing A to refer to thing B, and then conduct a critical analysis of thing A to achieve an argumentative analysis of thing B. In Mr. Lu Xun's "Usage Doctrine", there are very wonderful metaphorical argument fragments.

3·Contrastive argument

Contrastive argument is an argumentative technique in argumentative essays that requires a relatively long description. In the process of writing a composition, you generally need to explain two opposite things or phenomena, A and B, and draw effective arguments through comparison to ultimately support your argument. Sometimes, there may be a progressive relationship rather than an antagonistic relationship between A and B.

For example, when we want to elaborate on the idea that "heroes emerge from youth", we will give an example of a child who has a certain achievement, and then give an example of an adult who has the same achievement. By comparing the two Compare cases to demonstrate your point of view.

4·Citation argument

Citation argumentation and quotation of existing famous quotes, or ancient poems, proverbs, sayings, etc. These famous quotes are rich in philosophy and are well known to everyone, so they will be very powerful to prove your own opinions. At the same time, famous quotes and aphorisms generally have a high literary quality. For some students with weak writing skills, Using citations in your essays can effectively improve the style and beauty of your essays and help you get higher scores.