#28 ARGUMENTATIVE: The Outsiders
Question 1
Directions: Write a TT/EAT/EAT argumentative paragraph in response to the following prompt:
Prompt: In Chapter 3 of The Outsiders, Cherry tells Ponyboy “if I see you in the hall at school or someplace and don't say hi, well, it's not personal or anything, but..." (Hinton, ).
Is Cherry right or wrong in saying this to Ponyboy? Explain what she means when she says this, and then argue your side. Consider the ramifications of your choice for BOTH Cherry and Ponyboy.
Refer to the TTEAT handout and HOW-TO slide presentation for explanation and examples of Topic Sentence, Transition In, Evidence, Analysis (x2), Transition Out (in this case, you are concluding). SCAFFOLDING SLIDE for help.
Refer to the CAPRIDE handout for definitions and examples of the different types of analysis.
A topic sentence starter has been provided for you. Use TWO pieces of text evidence from the novel for a TT/EAT/EAT paragraph.
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