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Chapter 3.1 Argumentative writing Dhaka, Bangladesh, 2016: A nearby industrial site is responsible for contaminating the Buriganga River with toxic waste, oil and chemicals. Residents are facing a severe water crisis. This chapter will feature information related to the key theme of Food, water and other essential resources.

learning objectives In this chapter, you will learn: ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

what an argument is and how to appeal to an audience key differences between expository and argumentative writing how to develop a well-reasoned argument strategies for evaluating the credibility of other sources how to build your own credibility as a writer.

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