This week, we have been discussing strategies for argumentation and persuasion. One of those strategies is engaging the opposition. This is an integral portion of your essay that not only strengthens your argument, but it presents you as a credible writer. There are three main parts of an opposition paragraph. Use the template below to flesh out this paragraph for your essay.

Topic Racial Bias Against African Americans In Healthcare

Opposition Paragraph Assignment

This week, we have been discussing strategies for argumentation and persuasion. One of those strategies is engaging the opposition. This is an integral portion of your essay that not only strengthens your argument, but it presents you as a credible writer. Review the three main parts of an opposition paragraph below.

A: The Concession: Graciously concede that there is another side to the argument.

B: The Rebuttal: You, as the writer, decide what is weak about the other side’s argument.

C: Consolidation of your Claim: State your claim again using strong support.

First, Use the template below to flesh out all three sections of the opposition paragraph.

Next, referring to your completed template, develop a double-spaced opposition paragraph below. Upload the document containing both the template and your opposition paragraph for this week’s assignment.

Use one the key words or phrases to help introduce the concession:

Admittedly, Granted, I agree that, I cannot argue with, It is true that, You’re right, I accept, No doubt, Of course, I concede that, Perhaps, Certainly it’s the case

A: CONCESSION

B: REBUTTAL

C: CONSOLIDATION OF CLAIM