Toulmin Structure.
Topic: People should probably have firearms (6 paragraph).
Para 1- introduce your topic with thesis.
Claim state your thesis- main opinion that can be supported by logic and evidence.
Para 2- Evidence and data provide accurate statistics, quotes, and events that support your claim.
Para 3- Warrant explain the importance of this evidence. Make relevant inferences based on the evidence.
Para 4- Refute/ discredit your opponent’s counter arguments Rebuttal by attacking the credibility of their evidence.
Para 5- Rebuttal-acknowledge your opponent’s claim, but stand your ground.
Para 6- Conclusion and Concession- acknowledge that your opponent has several valid points. Restate the value of your thesis.
Make sure to include the following sections in your essay:
· Introduction and claim, Background, Body, and Conclusion.
