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Persuasive writing is an essential skill that enables writers to express their opinions and convince readers to take action. This effective form of writing consists of an engaging introduction, three body paragraphs that support the writer's opinion with strong reasons, and a conclusion that encapsulates the argument while addressing opposing views. The goal of persuasive writing is to influence the audience through structured arguments, making it a vital tool in essays and letters aimed at promoting specific messages or actions.
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Persuasive Writing One Person’s Opinion Copying permitted
What is persuasive writing? Persuasive writing tells the writer’s opinion and why the reader should agree. Copying permitted
What is the goal of persuasive writing? • to state the writer’s opinion • to give reasons why the reader should agree • to convince the reader to take action Copying permitted
What is a persuasive essay/letter? • meant for a specific audience • tries to convince the reader to do something Copying permitted
What are the parts of a persuasive essay? • Beginning (or intro. paragraph) - use a hook, leading to a thesis statement containing your opinion and three reasons to back it up. • Middle (or 3 body paragraphs) – three paragraph to provide support and back up each of the reasons for your opinion • End ( or conclusion paragraph) – After acknowledging the opposite point of view, re-states thesis and tells the reader what action to take Copying permitted
What is the best way toorder my reasons? • least-important reason first • second-most-important reason next • strongest reason last Copying permitted