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Antithesis Basics

Antithesis statements allow you to express an opinion, while acknowledging the other side of the argument.

They often start with transitional words like:

Although
While
Whereas
Even though

The formula of an antithesis statement is as follows:

Antithesis transition word + side of argument you don’t believe + side of argument you do believe + reasons for your opinion.

Even though kangaroos are cute animals, penguins are better because they waddle and have better markings.

Your task:

1. Create an antithesis statement for the following prompt.

Of the 8 Tales of Lovers which is the best story?

2. Create a paragraph in support of your antithesis idea that starts with, “To a certain extent…” Then, provide THREE reasons why the story you don’t like as much has some good qualities.


3. Create a paragraph that begins with a restatement of your whole antithesis/thesis statement. Then, provide THREE reasons why the story you do like has good qualities.