Argumentative Writing Organizer

Name:

Date:

📝 Part 1: Building Your Argument

1. What is your topic and main claim? (What are you trying to prove?)

Topic: _________________________________________________

Success Criteria: I can write a clear claim that takes a position on an issue.

2. List THREE reasons that support your claim:

Reason 1: _____________________________________________

Evidence: ____________________________________________

Reason 2: _____________________________________________

Evidence: ____________________________________________

Reason 3: _____________________________________________

Evidence: ____________________________________________

Success Criteria: I can provide at least three reasons with specific evidence.

3. What might someone who disagrees with you say? (Counterargument)

Success Criteria: I can identify at least one opposing viewpoint.

4. How will you respond to that counterargument? (Refutation)

Success Criteria: I can explain why my position is still stronger.

5. Restate your main claim in different words:

6. What is the most important reason readers should agree with you?

7. What action do you want your readers to take?

Success Criteria: I can write a conclusion that restates my claim and calls for action.

8. Extension: Research and add a statistic, expert quote, or study that supports your strongest reason: