Persuasive Writing

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What do you use to defend your position in a persuasive essay?

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Reasons and evidence

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The purpose of a persuasive essay is to...

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convince the reader your view is correct.

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What is the sentence called that tells the purpose or point of view of the whole persuasive writing?

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claim/thesis

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A reason needs to be supported by...

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evidence and facts

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A fact is:

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something that can be proven true.

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What is persuasive writing?

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A form of writing that aims to convince the reader to accept a particular point of view.

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What is a hook in persuasive writing?

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An engaging opening statement that grabs the reader's attention.

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What is the role of the conclusion in a persuasive essay?

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the writer's position.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the writer's position, which is addressed to strengthen the persuasive essay.

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What is the importance of audience in persuasive writing?

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Understanding the audience helps tailor arguments to their beliefs and values.