Mastering the Art of Persuasive Essay Writing

What is the primary goal of a persuasive essay?

• To describe a personal experience

• To convince the reader to agree with a specific viewpoint

• To inform the reader

• To entertain the reader

What is the first step in creating a persuasive essay?

• Writing the conclusion

• Selecting a subject

• Conducting an interview

• Drafting the body paragraphs

Why is it important to understand the opposing points of view when writing a persuasive essay?

• To make the essay longer

• To counter the opponents' points effectively

• To confuse the reader

• To include more references

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What should a thesis statement include?

• A list of references

• A question for the reader

• Three main points: subject, conflict, and opinion

• A personal anecdote

Which of the following is NOT a component of a thesis statement?

• The opinion

• The subject

• The conflict

• The conclusion

What should the introduction paragraph contain besides the thesis statement?

• A summary of the conclusion

• At least three sentences explaining the key points

• A detailed description of the research

• A list of references

How should each point in the thesis statement be addressed in the body paragraphs?

• Each point should have its own paragraph supported by research

• All points should be combined into one paragraph

• Only the main point should be elaborated

• Each point should be mentioned briefly without support

What is the purpose of the concluding paragraph in a persuasive essay?

• To provide a list of references

• To restate the thesis and summarize the main points

• To ask the reader questions

• To introduce new arguments

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following is a key element of a strong conclusion?

• Introducing new evidence

• Adding personal anecdotes

• Listing all the sources

• Restating the thesis

What should you do after writing the conclusion to ensure your essay is persuasive?

• Add more body paragraphs

• Remove any opposing arguments

• Review and ensure all points are tied together

• Change the thesis statement