Argumentative Essay Format
I. Introduction/Thesis Statement Brief intro to your topic Thesis statement: What you will be arguing à Ex. In this paper I will argue that marijuana should be legal for recreational use because of X, Y, & Z.
II. Your argumentž” The reasons why you are correct about your topic à This is the X, Y, & Z
III. Counter-Argumentž” The argument in response to your own argument. For example: Some people may argue that marijuana should not be legal because it is a gateway drug that leads to harder drugs¦ This is because¦
IV. Your response to Counter-Argumentž” Why you are still right despite the objections raised by the counter-argumentV. 
Conclusionž” Brief Summary of your argument along with any additional thoughts.