Persuasive Writing and Argumentation

A persuasive essay is asking the reader to make a change. A __________ is a change in opinion.

In an argument it is important to only choose _______ side.

Are you enjoying the video lesson?

• Yes

• No

We have already studied types of evidence. If I am writing about this essay and talk about my experience with raising dogs as pets, it would be

• totally awesome

• quantitative

• expert opinion

• personal observation

Arguments people have against your claim are called ____ (be sure to include the s).

An accusatory or ___________ tone will upset your readers and they might not listen to you.

The ________ paragraph contains the counterargument.

How well do you understand the writing of an argumentative essay?

• I'm good

• not at all

• I can do it with help

• I can teach it.