Persuasive Writing Techniques

This video tutorial teaches how to effectively begin a response to a writing prompt. It emphasizes the importance of starting with a hook to engage the reader, followed by a clear thesis statement and reasons why the argument is important. The lesson includes planning the response, avoiding common mistakes, and crafting a compelling opening paragraph. An example of a well-structured opening paragraph is provided to illustrate these concepts.

What is the first step in responding to a writing prompt?

• Conclude your response

• List all your arguments

• Hook the reader

• State your thesis immediately

What type of writing is being planned in the lesson?

• A narrative essay

• A persuasive letter

• An informative article

• A descriptive paragraph

What is a common mistake students make when beginning their response?

• Using too many examples

• Starting with the thesis without considering the reader

• Ignoring the prompt

• Writing a long introduction

What should you do after writing a hook in your opening paragraph?

• Ask a question

• State your thesis statement

• List all your reasons

• Conclude your argument

Why is it important to consider the reader when writing an opening paragraph?

• To avoid writing a thesis

• To make the paragraph longer

• To ensure the reader understands the importance of your ideas

• To confuse the reader

What is the purpose of combining the three important reasons into one sentence?

• To make the paragraph shorter

• To clearly explain why the idea is important

• To confuse the reader

• To avoid writing a conclusion

What should be included in the greeting of a persuasive letter?

• Greetings

• Hello Friend

• Dear Teacher

• To Whom It May Concern

What is the final step in writing a good opening paragraph?

• Explain why your idea is important

• State your thesis

• List your arguments

• Conclude your letter

What should you do after writing your thesis statement in the opening paragraph?

• Write a conclusion

• Ask a question

• Explain why your idea is important

• List all your arguments

What is the main focus of the lesson?

• Writing a conclusion

• Revising a draft

• Beginning a response by hooking the reader

• Editing for grammar