Persuasive Essay

What is the purpose of a persuasive essay?

• to entertain the reader
• to inform the reader
• to mislead the reader
• to convince the reader

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

CCSS.W.9-10.1C

What is the least amount of paragraphs you can have in your persuasive essay

• 3
• 4
• 1
• 9

What is the purpose of the hook?

• To grab the readers attention
• To tell them what the story is about

What idea must be presented in the introductory paragraph?

• Call to action
• Examples and details
• Support evidence
• Position or thesis statement

What is the purpose of the thesis statement?

• To clearly state your position
• To give readers an idea of your story

Why is it necessary to include examples in the body paragraph?

• To support your thesis or position statement
• To write a story
• To show off your knowledge about books you have read
• To give a movie review

How do you get the readers to do something with the information you have given in your essay?

• Do not include a conclusion
• Include a conclusion but no call to action
• Include a call to action
• Say "The End

Should your persuasive essay convince the reader to do something?

• Yes
• No