The beginning of an argumentative essay is also its introduction, which plays a leading role in the full text.

The beginning of an argumentative essay has different forms of expression depending on the content, and it is diverse. In terms of content, some get straight to the point and put forward the central argument, some summarize the scope of the discussion, some explain the purpose of writing, and some present refuted wrong views. In terms of expression form, some start with questions, some start with examples, some start with famous quotes, some start with historical allusions, etc.

Usual form of opening:

Forward form. First, say something related to the argument to lay the foundation for the presentation of the argument (creation is the ladder of human progress and the source of the development of human civilization), and then put forward the argument (therefore, we must cultivate creative abilities).

Introduction. First quote a famous saying (The greatest wisdom in life is to have self-knowledge), then explain it (this statement is very reasonable. Self-knowledge is a necessary condition for a person to become a talent), and finally put forward an argument (it is important for a person to have self-knowledge).

Story-style opening is a method of telling a fascinating little story at the beginning, using narrative language to clearly express the plot, and then using this story to introduce the argument or topic of the article. Starting with a story not only enriches the content of the article, but also naturally draws out opinions and stimulates the reading interest of the marking teacher.

Argumentative essay writing structure

1. Story-like opening

The so-called story-like opening is to tell a fascinating little story at the beginning, using narrative language, A method of describing the plot clearly and then using the story to introduce the argument or topic of the article.

Starting with a story not only enriches the content of the article, but also naturally draws out opinions and stimulates the reading interest of the marking teacher.

When using the method of starting a story, you need to pay attention to the following points: 1. Carefully choose the story to facilitate the introduction of the point of view; 2. Because the story is only a starting point, the narrative should not be too detailed and the length should not be too long. , as long as it can elicit opinions; 3. A story can be understood and interpreted from multiple angles. When narrating, it is necessary to highlight the aspect that can elicit your own opinions, so that the opinions can be drawn out naturally.

2. Layer-by-layer structure

The layer-by-layer structure is also called progressive and layer-by-layer structure, which means that according to the logical relationship, from shallow to deep, layer by layer, vertical excavation a structural method.

There are two main types of hierarchical progression: one is when the central argument is divided into several sub-arguments, and the relationship between these sub-arguments is from shallow to deep, from simple to complex.

You can use related words such as "not only...but also..." and "...moreover" to transition between levels.

This structure is commonly known as the "peeling bamboo shoots method", where the shell is "peeled" layer by layer, and finally its essence is revealed.

The second is to arrange the argument structure according to the idea of ??"raising questions, analyzing problems, and solving problems", that is, writing in the order of "what → why → how".

The advantages of this argument structure are clear levels, rigorous logic, and profound arguments.

When using the hierarchical structure, we should pay attention to the following points: 1. The relationship between the various parts of the hierarchical structure must be appropriate, conform to people's cognitive rules, and cannot be reversed at will; 2. The hierarchical structure The transition between each part should be natural, and some transitional words should be used to connect the previous and the following; 3. When writing in the order of "what → why → how", the content of each part should be clearly answered.

3. Examples using the example method

The so-called example method is also called the parallel argumentation method.

It is to use parallel sentence patterns to list a group of similar arguments, and then conduct inductive argumentation and analysis.

Using the example method to give examples, you can use less words to list a large number of examples, making the examples comprehensive and sufficient.

In addition, due to the use of parallel sentence patterns, the momentum of the article, the strength of argumentation, the expressiveness and appeal of the language are greatly enhanced.

When using point-case analysis, you should pay attention to three points: 1. The narrative angles of several examples must be consistent, and they must be able to demonstrate different points of view, but each has its own splendor; 2. Narration The language should be concise, and generally an example should not exceed 40 words; 3. A certain inductive analysis should be conducted after the example to point out the essence and reveal the essence, so as to effectively demonstrate the central argument.

4. Hypothetical analysis

The so-called hypothetical analysis is also called hypothetical argument.

It is to make assumptions from the opposite side of the examples cited above, and then draw a conclusion that is contrary to the facts, so as to effectively demonstrate the central argument.

Using hypothetical analysis, examples and hypothetical analysis can be clearly separated, that is, narrative first and then negative assumptions; sometimes the form of narrative and discussion can also be used.

This type of analysis often uses "assuming not..." and "imagine if not..." to elicit situations that are opposite to the examples cited, and then start the discussion.

5. Thoughtful ending

Set questions or rhetorical questions at the end of the article, which can make readers think about themselves or real life after reading the article, so as to receive the "words have meaning". The expression effect is "endless meaning".