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How to write an argument

Version 18.1 by Martina Wagner on 2026/04/28 14:27
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Build each paragraph step by step. Just as a house needs a strong and well-planned foundation to stand firmly, a paragraph also needs a clear and logical structure to support its main idea. 

Each part of the paragraph, the topic sentence, the explanation, the example/evidence and the concluding sentence, works together like the foundation, the walls, and the roof of a house, giving the argument strength and coherence.

Linking words/connectives help to connect the sentences and the paragraphs just like concrete.

Don’t forget that the style has to be impersonal, i.e. the sentences do not have a clear or specific subject. The opinions expressed seem general or shared by many people. 

Example: (Part-Time Jobs)

Now it’s your turn!
 
Use the outline below:
Topic: “Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of social media for young people in relation to their mental health.”
 
• Topic sentence/argument: Social media can cause stress.
• Explanation: Teenagers often compare themselves to others.
• Example: Instagram users report feeling unhappy when they see “perfect” photos.
• Concluding sentence: Too much social media can harm self-esteem.
 

Source   AG Englisch

  
Now write one of your own arguments.  

Source   AG Englisch