Persuasive Writing Review

In your own words, what is persuasive writing?

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Click 2 answers: writers use ______ and ____ to support their opinion.

• evidence
• claims

• reasons

• thesis

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Name at least 3 different types of evidence ex: real experiences

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What is a claim/thesis?

• main idea, point you're trying to prove

• the topic sentence

• the supporting reasons

• an informational text

What is a counterclaim?

• your thesis

• the opposition's side

• quotes

What is a rebuttal?

• your topic sentence

• the counterclaim

• your explanation why your side is stronger

Which sentence is the best example of a claim?

• Schools should start later because students can get more sleep and thus, improve their grades.

• According to the text, students need more sleep

• This shows why they need more sleep

Which is an example of counterclaim?

• Why do people say to start school later?

• This is why school should start later.

• Some people argue that schools should not start later

What is the best example of evidence?

• Students should get more sleep.

• According to a report, studies show that students who sleep more get better grades.

• I think students are tired a lot.

• I don't like waking up early.

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Which is the best example of a rebuttal? (defending your claim).

• Some people disagree that school should start later.

• Even though some say that later start times affect activities, students’ health is more important.

• The survey shows that students need more sleep