Constructing Arguments

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Constructing Arguments

• An arguable thesis and/or claim should meet 3
  criteria
• It attempts to convince readers of something,
  change their minds about something, to urge them
  to do something. Or, it explores a topic in
  order to make a wise decision.
• It addresses a problem for which no easily
  acceptable solution exists or asks a question to
  which no absolute answer exists.
• It presents a position that readers might
  realistically have varying perspectives on.