ARGUMENT WORKSHEETS

Toulmin

Rogerian

Classical Oration

Argumentation Worksheet: Model of Toulmin System

Argumentative Thesis:

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Topic: Statement about what is

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Claim: Statement about what ought to be

Model of Toulmin System / Claim, Data, Warrant (SMHB 92):

Summarize each section as clearly as possible to provide a working map for writing your argumentative essay. You may use additional paper, if necessary.

1. Make your claim.

2. Qualify your claim.

3. Present good reasons to support your claim.

4. Explain the warrant (underlying assumptions) that connects your claim and your reasons. Provide backing if necessary.

5. Provide grounds to support your claim.

6. Acknowledge and respond to possible counterarguments.

7. Draw your conclusion.

Argumentation Worksheet: Model of Rogerian Argument

Argumentative Thesis:

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Topic: Statement about what is

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Claim: Statement about what ought to be

Model of Rogerian Argument (Motives 332):

Summarize each section as clearly as possible to provide a working map for writing your argumentative essay.  You may use additional paper, if necessary.

1. State the nature of the problem.

2. Summarize the opposition’s argument.

3. Recognize what elements of the opposition’s argument have merit.

4. Summarize your position.

5. Demonstrate why your position has merit.

6. Conclude with a proposal that can appeal to the self-interest of both sides in the conflict.

Argumentation Worksheet: Model of Classic Oration

Argumentative Thesis:

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Topic: Statement about what is

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Claim: Statement about what ought to be

Model of Classic Oration (Motives 21):

Summarize each section as clearly as possible to provide a working map for writing your argumentative essay.  You may use additional paper, if necessary.

1. Introduction

2. Statement of Issues, Facts, or Circumstances

3. Proof of Case

4. Refutation of Opposing Viewpoints

5. Conclusion

Model of Classic Oration, Adaptation A (Motives 329):

1. Introduction

2. Statement of Background Facts

3. Exposition

4. Proposition

5. Proof

6. Refutation of Opposition

7. Conclusion

Model of Classic Oration, Adaptation B (SMHB 92):

1. Introduction

 2.  Background

3. Lines of Argument

4. Consideration of alternative arguments

5. Conclusion