Take Action: So/What Conclusion Paragraph
Label the problem, propose a solution (a plan of attack, a new perspective, redefine an issue, correct a
misinterpretation)
Form Beliefs: If/Then Proposition
If Eisenhower is correct, then {propositions} should happen, which creates {abstracts with evidence}
If Weill is correct, then {proposition} happens, which results in {abstracts with evidence from texts}
Come to Conclusion: This must be correct because . . . {Cause and Effect Statement related Abstractions}
Eisenhower is correct because _______________ that causes ____________
Weill is wrong because ________________________ that causes ___________
Make Assumptions – Which side are you leaning toward, and what would your opponents think?
Agree with Eisenhower
List of Reasons from Texts
Opponents Say
List of Reasons from the Text
Affix Meaning - Turn Data into Pictures, Metaphors – determine cause and effect (a flow chart, of sorts) that shows how data works
Ex: Paul = Rebellion (he sees something he wants, but cannot have, so, rather than try and
achieve it, he steals one last dream before he dies)
Ex: Gatsby = Delusion (he sees the outwards signs of wealth, but misses the need for _______)
Select Data and Experiences –
Pare Information below to determine the material that will best suit your case (choose most important data from your list)
Real Data – 5 examples (each side) that deal with your case
Quote #1
List from Books, Stories, Life that Confirm
Quote #2
List from Books, Stories, Life that Confirm
Ex: Paul, in Paul’s Case, rebels against his culture
Ex: Jay Gatsby has all the outward signs of American Dream