Persuasive Essays

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What is the point of a persuasive essay?

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To convince your readers that your opinion is best.

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What is a good tool to help you get started with your essay?

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Outline.

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How many paragraphs does a standard essay have?

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Five.

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What is the first paragraph in an essay called?

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Introduction.

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What is a thesis?

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One sentence that is the purpose of the entire essay.

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What is the purpose of the introduction in an essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis.

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What are supporting details in an essay?

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Facts, examples, or reasons that support the thesis.

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What is the conclusion of an essay?

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The final paragraph that summarizes the main points and restates the thesis.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main argument in a persuasive essay.

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Why is it important to have a strong thesis statement?

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It guides the direction of the essay and helps the reader understand the main point.