Q For this assignment, you will write an argumentative essay of no less than 500 words. Your topic is: Rulers of the Animal World: Cats vs. Dogs In your first paragraph you must state who you are arguing for and who you are arguing against. • Look carefully at this list and address each element for a successful Argumentative essay: • Inviting introduction: a compelling and interesting first section of your paper that tells about the issue and has an attention getting hook (What is this about, and why?) • Background information (What is the history of this issue?) • Thesis statement (Clearly state what your argument is going to be) • Claim (Why is your choice better?) • Evidence that supports your thesis (What proof is there that your choice is better?) • Reason (How does your proof support your choice?) • Refutation (How does this weigh against the competitor?) • Purposeful Conclusion