Anticipating readers’ objections is one way to determine what other sections to include and support in your paper. Practice writing a counterargument that applies the Toulmin model. Incorporate one of the new sources you have gathered to present your opposition’s point. Strive for at least 5 developed sentences. Cite your source in APA format.
1.Grounds / 1st Counterargument (your opposition’s point)
2.Backing (establish credibility of the source)
3.Warrant (evidence)
4.Possible concession / conclusion
Answer the following prompts:
•How were you able to remain objective while presenting the opponent’s point of view?
•What challenges did you face obtaining evidence to back up the assertion?
•Which conciliatory approach did you apply and why?
•How was it effective?
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