Persuasive Writing Pre-Assessment

Persuasive Writing Pre-Assessment

by Kathryn Davis

Multiple Choice

What is persuasive writing?

• writing used to entertain an audience

• writing used to explain a factual concept

• writing used to persuade or convince a reader that the writers opinion of a topic or cause is correct.

• writing used to share a fictional story.

Multiple Choice

What is a thesis statement?

• a concluding sentence

• what your essay will prove

• a statement of evidence

• an opposing argument

Open Ended

In 4 sentences or less, persuade someone to do your homework for you.

Open Ended

Should people be vegetarians? Why or why not?