15 questions
What is the purpose of a thesis statement in a persuasive essay?
To present a broad topic
To present the writer's opinion about a topic
To make an announcement about something
To introduce a statement of fact
True or False. When responding to a prompt it is important to pick a side and stay on topic.
True
False
What is wrong with the following thesis? In this paper my argument will be about school uniforms.
It is an announcement
It is argumentative
There is nothing wrong with it
It is too creative
All of the following are features of a persuasive essay EXCEPT...
Clearly stated position
Use of reasonable tone
Specific and reliable examples and evidence
Broad topic sentences
What is the purpose of persuasive writing?
To show the reader all of the facts about a topic
To describe the problems to the reader
To convince the reader of the author's point of view/opinion
To tell the reader how to do something
When reading a persuasive prompt, what should you be looking for as you READ the PROMPT?
The author's point of view
Supporting details
The thesis statement
The two sides of the argument/topic
After you have determined the two sides of the topic, you should _______.
Pick your point of view or decide which side to write about
Write the body paragraphs
Research information and relevant sources
Visit the library to discuss resources with the librarian
What do you need to include in the thesis statement?
Your position on the topic
All of the supporting details
Brief facts about the entire essay
A question
What is the purpose of providing evidence in your persuasive essay?
Giving evidence proves your point rather than just saying 'because I said so'.
Giving evidence helps you reach the word count minimum.
Giving evidence only relates to trials in court.
Giving evidence makes means you're right.
What is the purpose of a conclusion?
A conclusion summarizes what you already said, restates your thesis, and hopefully leaves your reader convinced.
A conclusion is only needed because you says so.
A conclusion introduces the topic at the beginning of the essay.
A conclusion provides evidence to support the side you chose.
What must the thesis and the whole essay include so that you can develop your paper?
A question
Hook
Supporting points
Beyonce's twins