Strengthening Your Argument: Using Clarifying Strategies in Essay Writing

The video tutorial explains how to use clarifying strategies to strengthen arguments in essay writing. It introduces the use of clarifying questions like who, what, when, how, and why, and emphasizes the importance of pairing statements with explanations. The tutorial outlines steps to clarify points, including rereading paragraphs, researching for evidence, and revising essays. An example is provided to demonstrate how to use evidence and transitions to clarify a paragraph. The lesson concludes with a review of the steps to ensure arguments are well-supported and clear.

What are some clarifying questions that can be used to strengthen an argument?

Why is it important to provide explanations along with statements in essay writing?

What steps should be taken to clarify points in an essay?

How can research contribute to clarifying arguments in an essay?

What role do transition words play in strengthening an argument?