What is argument? o Argument is a way to settle disputes and discover truth. o In an argumentative essay,certain ideas could be made clear and sufficient evidence could be presented. o In this kind of essay,we not only give information but also present an argument with the PROS (supporting ideas)and CONS (opposing ideas)of an argumentative issue.We should clearly take our stand and write as if we are trying to persuade an opposing audience to adopt new beliefs or behavior.The primary objective is to persuade people to change beliefs that many of them do not want to change