When writing a well-reasoned argument, use a formal, impersonal tone and consider all points of view. Learn how to build an argument in this Bitesize English article for KS3.

After all, one sure way to start an argument is to say that Harry Truman was a good President, and another sure way is to say that he wasn’t. Phillips’ book says both.

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For example, in the chapter “Capture Your Audience,” Heinrichs does a play-by-play of a major speech from Barack Obama to demonstrate the keys of a persuasive and appealing argument.

Want to Win an Argument? Science Says Stop Doing This 1 Thing Once you start yelling, your listener will struggle to process what you say rationally.