Pre AKM 2

Summary

In this engaging 5-minute learning session, Mary Christine Viz explains the elements and features of an argumentative text. She outlines its three key structural parts: Statement of Position, Arguments, and Reinforcement of Position, with clear explanations of how each contributes to building a strong argument. The video also covers five critical features that strengthen an argumentative text, such as acknowledging opposing views, using credible evidence, and maintaining an appropriate tone. By the end, viewers will have a clear understanding of how to craft persuasive, well-supported arguments.

Takeaways

• 😀 An argumentative text requires the writer to defend a position on a topic using evidence from personal experience, literature, historical examples, and research.
• 😀 The purpose of an argumentative text is to persuade the audience to understand a viewpoint, support a new belief, or adopt an idea.
• 😀 The three basic parts of an argumentative text are the introduction, body, and conclusion.
• 😀 The introduction includes the statement of position, which clearly introduces the topic and the writer's viewpoint.
• 😀 Arguments, presented in the body, support the writer's position using evidence like statistics, expert opinions, and examples.
• 😀 Counterclaims may be included in the body to address opposing arguments and strengthen the writer's stance.
• 😀 The conclusion restates the thesis and summarizes the arguments to reinforce the statement of position.
• 😀 The three structural elements of an argumentative text can be remembered as SAR: Statement of position, Arguments, and Reinforcement of the statement of position.
• 😀 Five key features of an argumentative text include: Introduction and thesis, Opposing and qualifying ideas, Strong evidence in support of claim, Style and tone of language, and a Compelling conclusion.
• 😀 Opposing views should be addressed in an argumentative text to enhance credibility and show consideration of different perspectives.
• 😀 The style and tone of the language used in an argumentative text should be appropriate for the subject and intended audience.

Q & A

What is an argumentative text?

An argumentative text is a type of writing where the writer defends a position on a topic using evidence from personal experience, literature, historical examples, and research, with the purpose of persuading the audience.

What is the main purpose of an argumentative text?

The main purpose is to persuade a particular audience to understand the writer's viewpoint, consider other perspectives, or support a new belief or idea.

What are the three basic structural parts of an argumentative text?

The three basic parts are the introduction, body, and conclusion.

What does the 'Statement of Position' refer to in an argumentative text?

The Statement of Position is where the topic is introduced and the writer's stance is clearly presented, usually in the introduction.

What should the body of an argumentative text contain?

The body contains arguments that support the writer's position, each backed by evidence such as statistics, expert opinions, examples, or personal experiences. It may also address and refute counterclaims.

What is the purpose of the conclusion in an argumentative text?

The conclusion restates the thesis in different words, summarizes the supporting arguments, and reinforces the writer's position.

What mnemonic is used to remember the structural elements of an argumentative text?

The mnemonic SAR is used, which stands for Statement of Position, Arguments, and Reinforcement of the Statement of Position.

Why is it important to acknowledge opposing ideas in an argumentative text?

Acknowledging opposing ideas shows that the writer is aware of different viewpoints, making the argument more credible and balanced rather than appearing biased or oblivious.

What are the five features that make up the structure of an argumentative text?

The five features are: 1) Introduction and thesis, 2) Opposing and qualifying ideas, 3) Strong evidence in support of the claim, 4) Style and tone of language, and 5) A compelling conclusion.

How should style and tone be handled in an argumentative text?

The style and tone should be appropriate for the subject and audience, ensuring clarity, persuasion, and engagement throughout the text.

What types of evidence can be used to support arguments in an argumentative text?

Evidence can include statistics, expert opinions, personal experiences, examples, quotations, literature references, historical examples, or research findings.

What does 'reinforcement of the statement of position' mean?

It refers to summarizing all the arguments presented in the body and restating the writer's position in a strong, convincing way at the end of the text.