The length of an essay depends greatly on its topic and intended audience.
A typical argument essay for middle school might be a page and a half. In high school it might be 3 pages. But these are just a typical value. An argument essay on the need for handwashing at school might be a very different length than an essay arguing for changes in the relationship between Israel and Palestine.
Keep in mind that an excellent argumentative essay is not necessarily long. You want to state your topic, make clear your position and the alternate position, and give the reasons why your position should be accepted by the reader.
refer to your college professor and the syllabus and or essay prompt. Generally, its a few pages double spaced, following either MLA or APA style.
A compare and contrast essay should be 1-2 pages long.
Usually the person who wants you to write the essay will tell you how long it should be. Ask them!
The claim is the argument you plan to prove.
To restate your argument
No, a paragraph has to be at least a few sentences long, as in an essay it has to explain a certain argument or statement.
It can contextualize ideas.It can make the essay more interesting.It can reinforce the power of an argument.
An argument essay is to identify the reasoning given in an argument. If the reasoning is sound, an argument essay will strengthen it. On the other hand, if the reasoning is flawed an argument essay is expected to identify the flaw and give measures to remove the flaw and ultimately make the argument stronger. The best way to learn about argument essays is by reading a few samples. A good list of GRE argument and issue essays could be found on the related links given for this question.
The claim is the argument you plan to prove.
To restate your argument
You have to think of 3 good different reasons why a raise is good. You have to show your side of the argument vs. the opposing side of the argument. Then you'll be fine.
to help cut off what you are talking about in your essay. the conclusion should tie-up your whole argument which you talked about when writing the essay.
No, a paragraph has to be at least a few sentences long, as in an essay it has to explain a certain argument or statement.
You could use the tittle "the argument"
essays are usually a page or more long so a good essay would be a page or even longer
To restate your argument
You find something that supports an argument you are making in an essay.
It can contextualize ideas.It can make the essay more interesting.It can reinforce the power of an argument.
persuasive
The argument you plan to prove