Introduction
Hook and background on debate
General Thesis (Does not state your stance yet but let’s readers know the essay will argue for a resolution. Two examples are included in the “Rogerian Model of Argument” page.):
*[ Masks should be required in public with both doses of Vaccine?]
Body Paragraph(s) Discussing the Other Side
1-3 paragraphs, depending on how you would like to organize. Tone is objective rather than confrontational.
Other Side’s Reason #1: *[Some feel that individuals should make their own decisions about wearing a mask instead of it being mandated.]
explanation behind that reason
Transition . . . Other Side’s Reason #2: *[ The CDC previously stated that vaccinated people did not need masks and then changed their stance, which is inconsistent.]
explanation behind that reason
Transition . . . Other Side’s Reason #3: *[ Mask mandates are unfair to people with physical or psychological conditions exacerbated by mask-wearing]
explanation behind that reason
Body Paragraphs Discussing Your Side
Usually 3 paragraphs–1 for each reason. Tone is objective rather than confrontational.
Transition . . .Your Side’s Reason #1: *[ Vaccinated people can carry/spread the virus, particularly the Delta variant?]
evidence and explanation behind this reason
Transition . . . Your Side’s Reason #2: * [ Enforcing mask would allow you to protect others who may contract the disease faster than others due to a low immune system]
evidence and explanation behind this reason
Transition . . . Your Side’s Reason #3: *[ Mandating masks in public, particularly indoors, is more effective/enforceable than the “honor system,” in which unvaccinated people could more easily go without masks]
evidence and explanation behind this reason
Body Paragraph Discussing Common Ground and More Specified Thesis
Transition . . . common goals, values, and/or ideas the two sides share, despite their disagreement. *[ Both views understand that the vaccine will not prevent contracting Covid-19. Both views do understand that wearing a mask in public would help the numbers decline of affected citizens.]
More Specified Thesis (the resolution you are arguing for—either for your side’s stance or for a compromise):
*[ A mask is NOT a substitute for social distancing. Masks should still be worn in addition to staying at least 6 feet apart, especially when indoors around people who don’t live in your household.]
Paragraph(s) Arguing for Your Resolution
Describe your resolution specifically.
Include reasoning to support your resolution. If arguing that your side is most beneficial, explain why. If arguing for a compromise, convince both sides that your middle-ground solution is worth pursuing.
Paragraph(s) Addressing Objections to Your Resolution
Acknowledge likely objections to your resolution and offer some counterpoints/refutations to convince objectors to accept your resolution.
Conclusion
Wrap up your overall point, but also allow readers to continue to think.
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