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- Argumentative Writing
In our earlier lesson on argumentative writing, we explained that an argumentative essay is one that requires the writer to present a subject with a view to persuading the reader to agree with the writer’s point of view. We gave examples of argumentative essay questions and we discussed the formal features of an argumentative essay, namely, salutation, introduction, body, and conclusion. You were also assigned to write your entry for a competition on the topic: ‘’Television has done more harm than good to Nigerian Youths.’’
The following are two essays on the topic. Read them carefully.
1. Television Has Done More Harm than Good to Nigerian Youths.
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The Chairman,
The Moderator,
Panel of Judges,
Accurate Timekeeper,
Co-debaters,
Distinguished Audience.
My name is Rowland Ogu from the Community Secondary School, Ugwuala. I am here to support the motion: ‘’Television has done more harm than good to Nigerian Youths.’’
Television is one of the modern inventions that is now found in every home all over the world. It is loved by both the young and the old all over the world. Its popularity raises the issue of whether its utilitythe state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial. More value is either harmful
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