English 10 Persuasive Writing

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to convince someone

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persuade

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Subject discussed by the author

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topic

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Author's opinion on a topic

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Position

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Reason supporting author's claim

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supporting argument

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Specific facts, stats, examples, quotes, expert opinions, and personal examples.

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evidence

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Author's opinion influencing writing about a person, group, or idea

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bias

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Views opposing the author on the topic

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counterclaim

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Who we write for?

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audience

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Summary of author's position and arguments

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thesis

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Argument based on character or authority

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ethos