Choosing an Effective Topic for an Argumentative Essay

The video tutorial guides viewers on how to choose an effective topic for an argumentative essay. It emphasizes the importance of a strong foundation, likening it to building a house on concrete rather than sand. The process involves developing a list of potential topics, free writing to explore each one, and finally selecting the topic that resonates most strongly. The tutorial uses examples like clean drinking water and gang violence to illustrate the process.

Why is it important to choose a strong topic for an argumentative essay?

• It makes the essay longer.

• It ensures the essay has a solid foundation.

• It allows for more creative writing.

• It reduces the need for editing.

What is the first step in brainstorming potential essay topics?

• Finding supporting evidence

• Writing a draft

• Identifying global issues of concern

• Editing the essay

What is the purpose of free writing about each topic?

• To create a final draft

• To develop initial thoughts and ideas

• To find grammatical errors

• To determine the essay's length

How should you decide which topic to choose after free writing?

• Pick the topic with the least research required

• Choose the topic you feel most strongly about

• Select the topic with the most pages written

• Select the topic that is easiest to write about

What is the final step in the process of choosing a topic for an argumentative essay?

• Writing the introduction

• Conducting a peer review

• Submitting the essay

• Rereading free writes and selecting the strongest topic