| Initial assertion |
- To introduce the argument and signal the content of the following paragraph(s) to the reader
- To link the argument to the thesis statement in the introduction
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| Sub-assertions |
- To elaborate on the initial assertion by providing more information or additional perspectives
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| Exemplification |
To make concrete the theoretical assertion by tying it to particular examples |
| Supporting evidence |
To back up the initial and sub-assertions with relevant and convincing evidence from your research and reading |
| Acknowledgement of and downplaying of counter-evidence, if any |
- To recognise perspectives that may not completely support the position you have chosen to argue (your thesis)
- To explain why these perspectives are less significant to your central argument, or to argue against them
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| Confirmation of original assertion |
To restate your argument and link it once again to your thesis |
