Persuasive Writing and Techniques

Persuasive writing tries to convince a reader to do something or what to ____________ about a certain topic.

• believe

• know

• convince others

• refuse

Tags

CCSS.SL.6.4

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.1C

Is the purpose of a persuasive essay to teach readers about a topic or convince them of your opinion?

• teach readers about a topic

• convince readers of your opinioni

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

Persuasive writing is best used in all BUT which of the following?

• to support a cause

• to urge people to action

• to stir up sympathy

• to describe and inform about a subject

Tags

CCSS.SL.6.4

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.4

Which of the following is the first line of your introductory paragraph?

• thesis

• summary

• hook

• title

What is the hook's job in the introduction of your paper?

• to tell the reader the main points of the paper

• to grab the reader's attention

• to explain everything that your paper will prove

Tags

CCSS.W.6.2A

The topic, claim, and main ideas for your paper are all given at the end of your introduction paragraph in which sentence?

• thesis statement

• bridge

• hook

Tags

CCSS.W.6.2A

Which paragraph in an essay includes a topic sentence, evidence, and an explanation?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Conclusion

Facts or quotations, personal stories, and real-world examples are all types of what in your body paragraphs?

• topic sentences

• explanation

• evidence

Tags

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.2B

Which paragraph in a persuasive essay includes a restatement of your thesis, a "so what," and a sentence leaving your reader with something to think about?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Conclusion

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CCSS.W.6.1E

Which persuasive technique uses negative, emotion-filled remarks?

• appeal to people

• generalities

• emotional appeal

• name calling