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Steps for Structured Argumentation

The document presents a detailed plan for writing a plea or a indictment on a controversial topic. It outlines the steps to follow, including the introduction of the subject, problematization, presentation of the thesis, development of arguments, and conclusion. Each section provides suggestions for phrasing to express agreement or disagreement on the topic addressed.

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Steps for Structured Argumentation

The document presents a detailed plan for writing a plea or a indictment on a controversial topic. It outlines the steps to follow, including the introduction of the subject, problematization, presentation of the thesis, development of arguments, and conclusion. Each section provides suggestions for phrasing to express agreement or disagreement on the topic addressed.

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Steps to follow simple plan / advocacy (for) Simple plan / indictment (against)

Bring up the topic:


- Nowadays, the question of ... is at the heart of the debates. Some believe that ... while others think that ...
others believe the opposite.
The subject of ... is of paramount importance in our society. Several people assume
that ………………. While others think the opposite.
The phenomenon of ... continues to gain momentum.
Today, everyone is interested in (name the subject) ...............
There is a lot of talk right now about (name the subject) ...
Introduction There are two distinct schools of thought on (name the subject) ……..
Divergent opinions exist on the issue of (name the subject)…….. Some believe that…….
While others see that ...

2) Problematize: (the question must be well formulated)


To what extent...?
In what...?
Can we say that...?
Should we...?
What explains that...?
Note: If you find it difficult to use the expressions above, use the question.
next:
So, which of the two opinions is the most convincing?
Which of the two viewpoints seems the most reasonable?
1) Presenting one's thesis: (expressing one's 1) Presenting one's thesis: (express)
accord his disagreement
- I completely disagree with the idea that
Personally, I am convinced that ... …
From my point of view, it is essential to ... - Je ne suis pas d'accord sur le fait que …
- I am totally opposed to the idea that ...
I am deeply attached to the idea that ... - I firmly reject the idea that...
In my opinion ... - I disagree with the fact that
……
Development I am deeply attached to the idea that ... - In my opinion, it seems crazy to me to
consider that …..
There is no doubt that ... - Personally, I don't think that
It must be acknowledged that ... ………

I am convinced that ... +


It is clear that ... - And this for a good number of reasons
- The reasons are multiple.
It is obvious that ........... - There is no shortage of arguments.
+ - The evidence is abundant.
And this for several reasons.
- Due to several factors.
- There are several arguments in favor of
this idea.
- Here are some explanations that justify
my statement.
2) Presenting one's arguments:

First,/ Firstly,/ let's start with/ In the first place (argument 1)


………………………….., parce que …………………. à titre d’exemple …………………...
Next / Secondly / let's move on to / in the second place (argument 2)
Indeed, the most significant example is
that of …………………….

Finally / Ultimately / Let's conclude with / Lastly (argument 3)


……………………………………., car ………………………. Let's take the example of ……………..
- In conclusion, we can affirm that (restate your thesis) ……… These conclusions
open the way to new perspectives......
- At the end of this analysis, it appears that (remind of the thesis) ………… There is still a
Conclusion numerous questions to explore...
- In summary, the arguments we have developed allow us to conclude that...
- It follows from the above that...
- In short, it should be noted that…..

Steps to follow Simple plan / advocacy (for) Simple plan / indictment (against)

Bring up the topic:


- Nowadays, the question of ... is at the heart of the debates. Some think that …….. while
others believe the opposite.
The subject of... is of paramount importance in our society. Many people assume
that ………………. While others think otherwise.
The phenomenon of... continues to gain momentum.
Today, everyone is interested in (name the subject) ...
We are currently talking a lot about (name the subject) ...
Introduction There are two distinct currents of thought on (name the subject) ..........
Divergent opinions exist on the issue of (name the subject) …….. Some believe that …….
Whereas others believe the opposite.

2) Problematic: (the question must be well formulated)

To what extent...?
In what...?
Can we say that... ?
Should we... ?
What explains that... ?
Note: In case you find it difficult to use the above expressions, use the question
next :
So, which of the two opinions is more convincing?
Which of the two viewpoints seems the most reasonable?
1) Present your thesis: (express your 1) Presenting one's thesis: (to express
accord) his disagreement
- I totally disagree with the idea that
Personally, I am convinced that ... …
From my point of view, it is essential to ... - I do not agree that ...
- I am totally opposed to the idea that ...
I am deeply committed to the idea that ... - I firmly reject the idea that...
- I disagree that
Development It is my opinion that ...
……
I am deeply attached to the idea that ... - In my opinion, it seems absurd to me to
consider that .....
There is no doubt that ... - Personally, I don't think that
It is clear that ... ………

I am convinced that ... +


It is clear that ... - And this for a good number of reasons
- The reasons are multiple.
It is evident that ........... - There is no shortage of arguments.
+ - The evidence is numerous.
And this for several reasons.
- Due to several factors.
- There are several arguments in favor of
this idea.
- Here are some explanations that justify
my statement.
2) Present your arguments:

First of all, let's start with (argument 1)


………………, because ………………. for example ……………….
Next / Secondly / let's move on to / in the second place (argument 2)
Indeed, the most significant example is
the one of …………………….

Finally
........................, car .......................... Let us take the example of ....................

- In conclusion, we can affirm that (reiterate your thesis) ……… These conclusions
open the way to new perspectives......
- At the end of this analysis, it appears that (restate its thesis) ... There still remains ...
Conclusion many questions to explore...
- In summary, the arguments we have developed allow us to conclude that...
- It follows from the above that...
- In summary, it should be emphasized that…..

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