> DepED ENGLISH _ouarter 3 - Module 1 Writing an Argumentative Essay Andres Julio V. Santiago, PhDEnglish « Grade 10 ‘Alternative Dellvery Mode Third Quarter * Modulo 1: First Edition, 2021 Writing an Argumentatlve Essay by Vibal Group, Inc. No part ofthis book may be reproduced, transmitted, stored, ret , retriey by any means without written permission from the publisher ang Copyright © 2021 All rights reserved. used in any form or authors. ed, or Artworks belong solely to Vibal Group, Inc. Published by Vibal Group, Inc. Development Team ‘Author: Andres Julio V. Santiago, PhD Book Development Head: Christopher Datol Managing Editor: Jenny Lynne Aguilar ‘Art Production Head: Daniel Madera Illustrator; Paul David Arcos Layout Artist: Rolando Gubat Editorial Staff: Benj Caluscusin Printed in the Philippines by Forgems Marketing Co., Inc. Department of Education - Bureau of Learning Resources (DepEd-BLR) Office Addross; Ground Floor, Bonifacio Building, DepEd Complex Meralco Avenue, Pasig City Philippines 1600 Teletax: (682) 8634-1072; 8634-1 054; 8631-4985 Femail Address; binlrqad@deped.gov.ph, birirpd@deped.gov-phIntroductory Message This is the English 10 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Writing an Argumentative Essay. This module was designed and developed to assist the learners in meeting the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum (most essential learning competencies) while overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints brought about by the pandemic. Itis hoped that this learning resource will engage the learners through guided and independent learning activities that can be performed asynchronously. Furthermore, it aims to help the learners acquire the needed 21st-century skills while taking into consideration the new normal setup. This module contains fun and meaningful activities designed to allow you to experience guided and independent leaming at your own pace and time. It is hoped that you will take time processing its contents while being an active learner. This module has the following elements: se < What I Need to Know This enumerates the skills or competencies you are expected to lean in the module. y What | Know This part includes an activity that aims to check prior knowledge of the lesson you are about to take, You can use it to further master the targeted skills. 3 What's In oP This is a brief drill or review to help you link the current lesson with the previous one. ‘What's New In this portion, the new lesson will be introduced to you through a story, a song, a poem, a sample problem, a short activity, or a situation, This section provides a brief discussion of the lesson. This aims to help you discover and understand new concepts and skills ® @ What Is It & What's More This comprises activities for independent practice to solidity your understanding of concepts and strengthen the skils you have acquired. You may check the answers to the exercises Using the Answer Key at the end of the module.What | Have Learned This includes questions to be answered or sentences/paragraphs to be completed as a means of processing what you learned from the lesson. This will allow you to practice your new knowledge or skill in solving real-life situations or concerns. This is @ task that will assess your level of mastery of the targeted learning competency. & Additional Activities These are exercises given to you to further hone the knowledge or skill required. References This section provides you the list of materials used for developing this learning module. & What | Can Do Eu} fe € ‘Answer Key This serves as a guide for the facilitator in checking your answers in the activities and exercises. The following are reminders in using this module: 1. Handle and use this module with care. Remember that it will be used by another learner. 2. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises. Do not write or put unnecessary marks on any part of the module. 3. Do not forget to answer What | Know before moving on to the other activities included in the module. Read the directions carefully before doing each task Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next. 4. 5. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers, 6. 7. Return this module to your teacherifacilitator once you are through with it, If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone. We hope that this material will provide meaningful learning experiences that will help the learners gain deep understanding of the required competencies. Remember to believe in yourself. You can do it!Table of Contents What L Need to KiOW. cue What know... What's In, What's New, What is Iho. What's More sco What | Have Learned, What | Can Do, Assessment. Additional Activities, References... Anawer Key,Nl, v a What I Need to Know This lesson will teach you how to write an argumentative eae the parts and elements of an argumentative essay will be di : Q try to write an argumentative essay. After reading and answering the activities in this module, you are expected to: Compose an argumentative essay (EN10WC-IIh-13) What I Know |. Tell whether the statement is true or false. Write T if it is true, and F if it is false. Place your answers in your notebook or on a separate sheet of Paper, 1. An argumentative essay presents one side of an issue. 2. An argumentative essay has three parts—introduction, body, and conclusion. 3. The claim is also known as the main thesis of the essay. 4. The body states the claim of an argumentative essay. 5. The opposite view that challenges the claim is known as rebuttal. 6. The purpose of the conclusion is to support your stand. provide more arguments that will 7. Facts and statistics are examples of evidence. 8. The introduction states the Context of the topic, 9. Every supporting detail should be explained thoroughly. 10. You may fabricate the evidence you present.MW. Fill in the blanks. The first letter of each word is given as a clue, Write your answers in your notebook or on a separate sheet of paper. 11-15. A good a has the following elements; c_____, e .¢, ,and r What's In Recall your lessons from the previous quarter. Then, answer the question below. Write your answer in your notebook or on a separate sheet of paper. What can you recall from the discussions about the language features of an argumentative text?K What’s New Agree or Disagree? Read the statements below. Decide if you strongly it abaaesiairaeal strongly disagree with the statements. Place your answers in y« Separate sheet of paper. T 5 Statement Strongly Agree | Disagree sae : ‘Agree 1. The government is doing an excellent Job in dealing with the pandemic. 2. The government should raise the minimum wage. 3. The government should spend more money on education than other social services, 4. The government should have less control of private companies and affairs. 5. The government should require those who earn more to pay higher taxes.(" What is It How do you write an argumentative essay? arpavit The writer of an argumentative essay ai ini an argurr yy aims to convey and defend an opinion or stand by supporting it with truthful, factual, and relevant evidence in order to convince others to accept or agree with his or her ideas. Source: https:/www.shutterstock.comlimage-photolmale -asian-student-studying-reading-book-1451487446 A good argument has the following elements: claim, evidence, counterclaim, and rebuttal. Following the basic structure of an essay, argumentative essay, aside from containing the hook an laim or the main thesis or position of the essay. the introduction of an d the context, states the‘The body presents the following: ; ae emer * evidence, or the reasons, facts, statistics, examples, or statements lai; from experts, studies, or other sources to support oa fengee or oaeie * counterclaim, or opposing or contrary view the claim; and i * rebuttal, or the statement of arguments that negate or disprove the counterclaim, The conclusion summarizes the main points of the Se ee of stirring and leaving ideas, thoughts, or feelings for the reader to thin! ; Below are sample outlines of an argumentative essay. Outline #1 |. Introduction A. Thesis B. Context Nl. Body Paragraph 1 A. Supporting Reason 1 (subconclusion) 1. Explanation for Supporting Reason 1 Il. Body Paragraph 2 A. Supporting Reason 2 (subconclusion) 1, Explanation for Supporting Reason 2 \V. Body Paragraph 3 A. Supporting Reason 3 (subconclusion) 1. Explanation for Supporting Reason 3 V. Body Paragraph 4 A. Counter-argument against thesis 1. Reasons/Conclusion of counter-argument 2, _ Response to counter-argument VI. ConclusionOutline #2 |. Introduction A. Thesis B. Context Il. Body Paragraph 1 A. Supporting Reason 1 (subconclusion) 14. Explanation/reasons for Reason 1 2. Counter-argument against Reason 1 3. _ Response to counter-argument lll. Body Paragraph 2 A. Supporting Reason 2 (subconclusion) 1. Explanation/reasons for Reason 2 2. Counter-argument against Reason 2 3. _ Response to counter-argument IV. Body Paragraph 3 ‘A. Supporting Reason 3 (subconclusion) 1. Explanation/reasons for Reason 3 2. —Counter-argument against Reason 3 3. Response to counter-argument Vv. Conclusion Outlining can help organize one’s ideas and thoughts. Source: https:/hvwwshutterstock.comlimage-photofabstract-hands-writing-on-paper-t 29586925Outline #3 (more detailed, as in a longer paper) |. Introduction A. General Context B. Thesis |. Body Paragraph 1 ‘A.Supporting Reason 1 (subconclusion) 1. Specific Context for Supporting Reason 1 ; 2. Explanation of or reasons for this supporting reason (reasons for subconclusion) Il, Body Paragraph 2 A, Supporting Reason 2 (subconclusion) 1.Specific Context for Supporting Reason 2 2.Explanation of or reasons for this supporting reason (reasons for subconclusion) IV. Body Paragraph 3 A. Supporting Reason 3 (subconclusion) 4.Specific Context for Supporting Reason 3 2Explanation of or reasons for this supporting reason (reasons for subconclusion) V. Body Paragraph 4 A.Counter-argument 1 against thesis 1.Specific Context for counter-argument 4 2.Response to counter-argument 1 VI. Body Paragraph 5 A.Counter-argument 2 against thesis 1.Specific Context for counter-argument 2 2.Response to counter-argument 2 VIL Body Paragraph 6 A.Counter-argument 3 against thesis 1.Specific Context for counter-argument 3 2.Response to counter-argument 3 VII. ConclusionProcessing Questions > What is an argumentative essay for? >What are the important elements in writing an argumentative essay? v What’s More Activity A Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answers in your notebook or on a separate sheet of paper. a It is the main thesis or position of the essay. a. claim b. counterclaim c. rebuttal . It is the opposing view that offsets the main thesis of the argumentative essay. a. claim b. counterclaim c. rebuttal . Itcontains the hook that will entice the reader to read the essay. a. introduction b. body c. conclusion . An argumentative essay writer aims to his or her stand. a. undermine b. withdraw c. justify In writing an argumentative essay, you should avoid : a. using news articles b. using reliable sources ¢. using emotional languageActivity B i. 2 Choose one of the Recall your answers in What's New: Agree oF vege oY about it. Write five topics then create an outline and write an at vaper. your answers in your notebook or on a separate sheet Of P: Topic: Outline: Argumentative Essay:What | Have Learned In your own words, narrate the steps in writing an argumentative essay. Do not forget to mention the essential parts and elements. See the graphic organizer below for reference. You may make modifications as you see fit. Place your output in your notebook or on a separate sheet of paper. Steps in Writing an Argumentative EssayWhat | Can Do ior broadsheet, which is maj 4 1 been contacted by @ Major Tee icus mee scales sIndopendence ee ny umentative editorial toe braskcts snd walks of ie have been contacted 1 eettion can Hold on fo artes expressing their thoughts on a ain nie that is filled with propaganda, i individuality i ; the values of independence and i edad Note that because this special issue contait wjience and not just your i Ut ‘ages, your article and the others will be read by a wider al peers. it rd today, and must Your article must cite examples of propaganda in the wo independence od include personal examples of how your generation Ocak the issue, why some individuality despite this. Your article must weigh both 7 is of te fae, Soe agree to the propaganda or why some reject it. L t a your article must be supported by researched information, and as such must use Proper in-text citations. Tho spread of misinformation is getting Source: shutterstock.com rapid nowadays. "1Rubric on Writing an Argumentative Essay Criteria Excellent | Very Good Good Needs i: Improvement 3 2 1 Se His Paper The paper The paper The paper cites examples | cites examples | occasionally neglects to of propaganda | of propaganda | cites cite any inthe world | in the world | examples, but | examples to today as today as not for all the | support any supporting supporting arguments point being information. It | information. | being made in | made in the also includes the paper. paper. personal examples that help illustrate points being made. Fair The paper The paper The paper The paper (35%) clearly clearly brings up both | neglects to acknowledges | acknowledges |sides of the | acknowledge and discusses | and discusses | issue, buthas | and discuss both sides with | both sides, | more the opposing balanced with balanced | information for | side. information | information _| one side than presented for | presented for | for the other. each side. It | each side. It also also compellingly | compellingly argues for the | argues for the writer's side | writer's side. while pointing out weaknesses of the opposing side's argument.The \ceS ee Credible References | References | Referee | information in (30%) | are identified | are identified nn an the paper intext where Jin textwhere INTC | Goes needed using |needed.using }O09S57 2) | unsupported the proper [the proper |e tmation Py intext He and format. unsupported | citations. a mat citations are or the form supported by a is incorrect. reference list appended to the end of the paper. ee Writing can become a life-changing experience, ‘Source: https://wwnw.shutterstock.com/image-photo/woman-writing-book-her-creativity-292758752Assessment |. Identify what is being described i i , in each number. Write your answer in your notebook or on a separate sheet of paper. : 1. 9. This is the part of the argumentative essay that contains the evidence, counterclaim, and rebuttal. . This is the statement of arguments that negate or disprove the counterclaim. .. This is also known as the claim or position of the argumentative essay. . This type of essay aims to convey and defend an opinion or stand by providing sound and solid evidence in order to convince the reader to accept and side with an idea. oe . This part summarizes the main points of the argumentative essay. This is the opposing view that challenges the position of the writer. These are materials that support the claim. This part of an essay contains a hook that will motivate a person to read the entire work, This part of the argumentative essay states the context of the topic being written about. 40.This part of the essay presents a call to action to the readers. cS feesedeeeaeaeeee eepublished 0” April 5, 2016, ‘of the article. e Sustainable Read the excerpt below from an online atc Take note of the blanks which mark missing P% and Mor’ Concrete Both Stronge ee by Jessica Lombardo Source: shutterstock.com _ . . according to Future Cities Laboratories, steel is not irreplaceable. There's a material alternative that grows in the tropical zone of our planet, an area that coincides closely with the developing world: bamboo. This has to do with the way the grass evolved, adapting to natural forces like wind. In contrast to wood, the bamboo culm or haulm, which are botanical terms for the stem of a grass, is thin and hollow. This allows it to move with the wind, unlike a tree, which tries to simply withstand any natural forces it is exposed to. : Bamboo has been used in construction for many yeas. ____. Asa result, ithasn't been used to rei with muich success—at least not until now, 49 relnforea concrete2 a overcome those issues, a new bamboo composite material has md Sneed at the Chair of Architecture and Construction Professor Dirk . Hebel, that has a high tensile capacity and performs well in a concrete matrix in the long-term. ‘Source: Lombardo, Jessica. “Bamboo Helps Concrete Both Stronger and Sustainable." April 5, 2016. Accessed 23 May 2019. https://www.forconstructionpros.com/blogs/sustainable-snippets/ blog/12190649/bamboo-helps-make-concrete-both-stronger-more-sustainable. The following are the missing passages from the article you have just read. In the blanks provided in the article, write the number of the passage that will correctly fill the space. 11. However, the natural form of bamboo poses many problems when it is used as reinforcement in concrete. Bamboo, if left untreated, can swell with water and rot. Shrinkage and long-term durability are some of the drawbacks of using natural bamboo in structural concrete, which result in its segregation from concrete matrix. 412,The material is strong and highly versatile and could serve as an effective replacement for steel in reinforced concrete. 43.Bamboo belongs to the botanical family of grasses and is extremely resistant to tensile stress and is therefore one of nature’s most versatile products. 44.Given its outstanding tensile properties, replacing steel reinforcement in reinforced structural concrete with bamboo is of high interest to many architects who are of a sustainable mindset. 45. This adaptation for flexible movement required nature to come up with a very light but tension-resistant fiber in the bamboo culm which is able to bend in extreme ways without breaking. In its ability to withstand tensile forces, bamboo is superior to timber and even to reinforcement steel.Additional Activity Think of a pressing issue the country is facing at present. Write a short argumentative essay expressing your stand. References Galvez, Nicolas Jr., et al. Language in Literature 10: World Literature. Quezon City: Vibal Group, Inc., 2020. Rojas, Leopoldo A., et al. Language in Literature 10: World Literature. Quezon City: Vibal Group, Inc., 2016.Answer Key prene fee ener Ee BN ICT Lacie sa 2 9 Br Spach BI SM RATT BR SES DRS FG TH SSS 24 foes aon Se ———<—<——_———————— eed wap ous 33 we pair Sem may S22 ee aur’ sowat eg 2 eeross SS enepaurie wep semeras ierbue Bang Agus TOG POS Te tees fax seeSty as“fesse enjewaunbxe oul ut pueys Joy 40 814 ssaidxe Ayadoud 0} aiqe sem ays 40 24 yey) euns eye ‘yenoasoyy “Bussey Aquauino si Aunoa ey} anss! 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