Argumentative writing is designed to prove a particular point with the use of supporting evidence, effective rhetoric, and persuasive debate. Most argumentative writing is clearly structured and attempts to convince the reader that the writer’s position is correct.
Argumentative writing is a style that is taught to most students during their primary and secondary studies. Like expository writing, it is usually taught following a standard formula that follows the five-paragraph essay format:
• An introductory paragraph
• Three supporting body paragraphs
• A concluding paragraph