MSE Initial Proposal

Proposals play an important role in shaping ideas into a workable written argument. They help you look
closely at your claim and determine why you feel as you do. They also help with audience awareness as
you recognize, acknowledge, and develop opposing views as well as your response to them. Finally, they
help you effectively organize your essay. Important Note: Think about where in your essay the
counterargument should be placed and adjust this proposal accordingly.
Your Name:

Issue (in the form of a question):

Thesis (Answer the question and include your supporting points):

Opposing view(s)/Counterargument(s)
Counterargument # 1 ():

Response(s)/refute(s)
Refute # 1 ():

Supporting Point # 1():

Supporting Point # 2():

Supporting Point # 3():