Persuasive Essay

What is the purpose of a thesis statement? 

• 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. 

What is wrong with this thesis statement: Living in an apartment has many advantages. 

• It is an announcement
• It is a statement of fact
• It is too broad
• There is nothing wrong with it

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

• True
• False

What is wrong with this 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

Your thesis statement needs two things: Claim and 

• broad claim 
• reasons 
• factual statement
• an announcement

If your thesis statement outlines three main reasons, how many body paragraphs do you need?

• Four 
• Three 
• Five 
• Six 

What is the purpose of a thesis statement? 

• 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

Which type of writing is used to convince readers to agree with you?

• Informative

• Persuasive

• Narrative

• Descriptive