Persuasive Essays

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in a persuasive essay?

• To present a broad topic

• To present the writer's opinion about a topic

• To make an announcement about something

• To introduce a statement of fact

True or False. When responding to a prompt it is important to pick a side and stay on topic.

• True

• False

When constructing a convincing argument you should...

• Only focus on one side of the issue 
• Address the counter argument 
• Use a very aggressive tone 
• Ignore all of the evidence and just state your opinion. 

True or False: A thesis statement should express what you believe and why you believe it.

• True
• False

What is wrong with the following thesis? In this paper my argument will be about school uniforms.

• It is an announcement

• It is argumentative

• There is nothing wrong with it

• It is too creative

All of the following are features of a persuasive essay EXCEPT...

• Clearly stated position

• Use of reasonable tone

• Specific and reliable examples and evidence

• Broad topic sentences

Which of the following should NOT be used as a hook in an introductory paragraph? 

• question
• anecdote (short story)
• quote
• startling fact

Use ________ to avoid repetition in your persuasive essays. 

• recording devices 
• antonyms 
• evidence 
• synonyms 

What is the purpose of persuasive writing?

• To show the reader all of the facts about a topic

• To describe the problems to the reader

• To convince the reader of the author's point of view/opinion

• To tell the reader how to do something

When reading a persuasive prompt, what should you be looking for as you READ the PROMPT?

• The author's point of view

• Supporting details

• The thesis statement

• The two sides of the argument/topic