Argument Outline

Using the enthymeme and idea map which you have already generated for your upcoming assignment, complete this outline and fill any gaps which may exist in your argument.

I.  Introduction:

            A.  Opening statement:

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B. Thesis Statement (your enthymeme):

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Ø      Warrant:

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Ø      Does your warrant need backing?

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b. ___________________________________________________

c. ____________________________________________________

II. Grounds:

A.    Reason: ____________________________________________________________

a. Supporting detail/evidence:___________________________________

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b. Supporting detail/evidence:___________________________________

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c. Supporting detail/evidence:____________________________________

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B.     Reason: ____________________________________________________________

a. Supporting detail/evidence:___________________________________

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b. Supporting detail/evidence:___________________________________

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c. Supporting detail/evidence:____________________________________

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C.    Reason: _____________________________________________________________

a. Supporting detail/evidence:___________________________________

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b. Supporting detail/evidence:___________________________________

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c. Supporting detail/evidence:____________________________________

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III. Conclusion:

A.    Restated thesis (enthymeme):

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B.     Final statement:

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