English 10 Semester 2 - Part 1 (pg/)
Persuasive Essay Part 1
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Student Resource
Writing a Persuasive Essay: Step 1 - Prewrite
1-2-3 Structure of a Persuasive Essay
1. INTRODUCTION
- Hook
- Setting/Background
- Thesis Statement
2. SUPPORTING POINTS (at least 3)
- #1 Counterargument, Argument, Support
- #2 Counterargument, Argument, Support
- #3 Counterargument, Argument, Support
3. CONCLUSION
- Relates to thesis and ties supporting points together
Provocative final statement
Assignment:
Complete step 1 in writing a Persuasive Essay (see samples below):
Step 1) Prewrite
3
Choose a topic. (Your topic should be one you feel strongly about, that has more than one
side
, and that you can find evidence to
support.)
Take a position. (Begin by taking a position, but know you can change it if your evidence
changes
your thinking.)
Write a simple thesis statement. (This should include your topic, your stance, and a list of
possible
supporting points.)
Research the topic if necessary. (Take careful notes, gather quotes and details in support of
your
stance, and accurately record your sources.)
* Make an Outline using the 1-2-3 Structure above (Sample on Page 3).
Introduction - Include a thesis statement - (your topic, your stance, and a brief summary of
your supporting points).
- Supporting Points - List main points for supporting paragraphs (Include
corresponding
arguments and counterarguments
. NOTE: Present counterarguments first for a
stronger essay).
- Conclusion - Relate your conclusion to your thesis, and use it to tie your supporting points
together.