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PERSUASIVE WRITING

2/6/2012. 2. Tries to convince the reader to DO something or BELIEVE in somethingTries to convince the reader that a certain opinion is trueTo accomplish these purposes, persuasive writing presents an ARGUMENT. This argument is made up of an OPINION that is supported by facts, reasons, and evidence (research).A good persuasive argument also presents COUNTER ARGURMENTS AND REBUTTALS.Counter Argument

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PERSUASIVE WRITING

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    1. PERSUASIVE WRITING

    2. 2/6/2012 2 Tries to convince the reader to DO something or BELIEVE in something Tries to convince the reader that a certain opinion is true To accomplish these purposes, persuasive writing presents an ARGUMENT. This argument is made up of an OPINION that is supported by facts, reasons, and evidence (research). A good persuasive argument also presents COUNTER ARGURMENTS AND REBUTTALS. Counter Argument – points made by others with the opposing viewpoint Rebuttal – response to proposed counter argument

    3. 2/6/2012 3 Persuasive Pre-Writing To present a convincing argument, the writer must present well-organized ideas and supporting information. Choose a topic that is a serious issue and one that is important to you. You must have a strong opinion on your topic. Write a topic (thesis) sentence that clearly expresses your opinion on the chosen issue. List as many reasons as you can think of to support your opinion. Use accurate facts, examples, incidents, and other information as your support. This is where RESEARCH comes into play. Then put these in order of importance to your argument. Brainstorm the counter arguments that those who may disagree with you could use against your opinion. Prepare a rebuttal point for each. Identify your audience. Consider what the audience already knows about the topic and what background information you will have to give them about your topic.

    4. 2/6/2012 4 Fact vs. Opinion A persuasive essay is based on an opinion about a DEBATABLE issue. A fact is not debatable and is therefore not a suitable topic for a persuasive essay. Fact – a specific statement which can be checked or proven to be true. Opinion – a view or belief held by a person that cannot be proven.

    5. 2/6/2012 5 Choosing a Topic The topic should be a serious one about which people have differing opinions. The topic should NOT simply state a preference about a matter of personal taste. The topic should deal with a legitimate issue (one that can adequately be researched), not the writer’s likes and dislikes

    6. 2/6/2012 6 Example Topic Ideas -Year Round Schooling -Use of Stem Cells -Voting Age -Gun Restriction Laws -Driving Age -Using Steroids in Sports -Cloning -Turning Professional in Sports after High School -Abortion -Use of Ratings on CDs/Video Games -Euthanasia -Medical Testing on Animals -Metal Detection in School

    7. 2/6/2012 7 Drafting To begin the drafting process, the writer must create a solid position statement. Position Statement – topic sentence for the persuasive writing -should state the writer’s opinion clearly and precisely -should make a specific suggestion (if applicable) **This position statement should be a part of your introductory paragraph. Do not just put in a paragraph by itself.

    8. 2/6/2012 8 Body of a Persuasive Argument The topic sentence states an opinion, and the supporting sentences give reasons to support that opinion (including your argument, possible counter arguments, and rebuttals). Reasons may be statements of facts, statistics, examples or incidents.

    9. 2/6/2012 9 Revising…Specific to Persuasive Answering the following questions can assist the writer or reviewer in making sure that all components of a solid persuasive argument appear in the piece: Is the essay about a debatable, serious issue? Is the topic specific? Does the position statement state the writer’s opinion clearly and precisely?

    10. 2/6/2012 10 Is the position statement developed with sufficient reasons that directly support the writer’s opinion? Are the ideas (including the arguments, counter arguments, and rebuttals) clear and easy to understand? Are the ideas arranged in an effective order?

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