1. Pengertian Argumentative Text
An Argumentative Text is a type of text that presents
arguments or reasons to support or reject an opinion, with the aim of
convincing the reader. (Argumentative
Text adalah jenis teks yang menyajikan argumen atau alasan untuk
mendukung atau menolak suatu pendapat, dengan tujuan meyakinkan pembaca).
2. Tujuan Argumentative Text
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To persuade the reader to agree with the
writer's opinion. (Meyakinkan
pembaca agar setuju dengan pendapat penulis).
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To give logical reasons supported by evidence. (Memberikan alasan yang
logis dan didukung bukti).
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To discuss both sides of an issue, but focus on
one. (Membahas dua sisi
masalah, tetapi fokus pada satu sisi.)
3. Generic Structure (Struktur Umum)
English:
1. Introduction
→ Introduce the topic and state your position. (Memperkenalkan topik dan menyatakan
posisi)
2. Arguments
→ Present reasons and evidence to support your position. (Menyampaikan alasan dan bukti yang
mendukung posisi)
3. Counter-Argument
(optional) → Present opposing views and refute them. (Menyajikan pandangan lawan lalu
membantahnya)
4. Conclusion
→ Restate your opinion and summarize main points. (Menegaskan kembali pendapat dan
merangkum poin utama)
4. Language Features (Ciri Kebahasaan)
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Present tense
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Connectors (First, Moreover, However, In
conclusion) –
Menggunakan kata penghubung
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Modal verbs (should, must, can)
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Opinion verbs (believe, think, argue) – kata kerja pendapat
5. Contoh Argumentative Text
Topic: "School Uniforms Should Be Mandatory" ("Seragam Sekolah Harus
Wajib")
Introduction:
I believe that school uniforms should be mandatory for all students.
(Saya percaya bahwa
seragam sekolah harus wajib untuk semua siswa)
Arguments:
First, uniforms promote equality among students. When everyone wears the same
clothes, there is less chance for bullying based on appearance.
Second, uniforms save time and money. Students don’t have to spend time
choosing outfits or buying many clothes.
(Pertama, seragam
mempromosikan kesetaraan di antara siswa. Saat semua orang memakai pakaian yang
sama, peluang untuk bullying berdasarkan penampilan menjadi berkurang.
Kedua, seragam menghemat waktu dan uang. Siswa tidak perlu memilih pakaian
setiap hari atau membeli banyak baju)
Counter-Argument:
Some say uniforms limit self-expression. However, students can still express
themselves through activities and achievements, not only clothing.
(Beberapa orang
mengatakan bahwa seragam membatasi kebebasan berekspresi. Namun, siswa tetap
bisa mengekspresikan diri melalui kegiatan dan prestasi, bukan hanya pakaian)
Conclusion:
In conclusion, school uniforms create a sense of equality and save resources.
Therefore, all schools should implement them.
(Kesimpulannya,
seragam sekolah menciptakan rasa kesetaraan dan menghemat sumber daya. Oleh
karena itu, semua sekolah harus menerapkannya)
6. Contoh Penerapan dalam Kehidupan Sehari-hari
·
Menulis artikel di media sosial untuk membela
suatu pendapat (misalnya: "Kenapa kita harus menjaga lingkungan?")
·
Menyampaikan argumen dalam debat sekolah.
·
Mengirim surat pembaca untuk menanggapi isu
publik.
7. Latihan Soal
A. Pilihan Ganda
1. What
is the main purpose of an argumentative text?
a. To tell a story
b. To explain a process
c. To convince the reader
d. To entertain the reader
2. Which
sentence is an example of a counter-argument?
a. "School uniforms save time."
b. "Some people say uniforms are uncomfortable, but they are
practical."
c. "Wearing uniforms creates equality."
d. "Uniforms should be mandatory."
B. Isian Singkat
1. Mention
two language features of an argumentative text: ____________, ____________.
2. What
is the last part of an argumentative text called? ____________.
C. Tugas Menulis
Write an argumentative text about:
"Online Learning is Better than Offline Learning"
Minimum 3 paragraphs, using connectors and modal verbs.