6 Steps to Writing Persuasive Essays STEP 1

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6 Steps to Writing Persuasive Essays

6 Steps to Writing Persuasive Essays

STEP 1: Brainstorm topics • Think of a topic. Take your time and brainstorm

STEP 1: Brainstorm topics • Think of a topic. Take your time and brainstorm your ideas. Rushing things would only make it worse. Trying to cram an entire 5 paragraph persuasive essay within 100 minutes is not a good idea. Allow yourself enough time to brainstorm, write, and proofread. Put as much effort into your paper as you can in the time period you are given.

STEP 2: Choose a Position • Think carefully about the topic you are writing

STEP 2: Choose a Position • Think carefully about the topic you are writing to. You need to choose a “side” that you are knowledgeable about and can be prepared for. You must be able to present your side, or position, with adequate and strong reasoning. Make sure you can prove your “side” with facts, statistics, or data.

STEP 3: First Paragraph • This has to be your paragraph that draws attention

STEP 3: First Paragraph • This has to be your paragraph that draws attention to your essay. Start with a hook, an attention grabber. The first sentence can be a fact, statistic, quote, or question. Then, state your opinion (thesis statement). Finally, list your reasons and end with a closing statement.

STEP 4: State Your Views • Start off your essay by stating your views.

STEP 4: State Your Views • Start off your essay by stating your views. Don't get too specific. Leave the details for later. Just lay out your main idea and opinion. The first sentence of your first paragraph should be a thesis statement. You will need a paragraph supporting your idea, and a paragraph for people who oppose your idea. Present BOTH sides, and refute the one you are opposing.

STEP 5: Body Paragraphs • At minimum, write three paragraphs for the body of

STEP 5: Body Paragraphs • At minimum, write three paragraphs for the body of the essay. Each paragraph should cover a main point to back up your argument and idea. Each paragraph should include three smaller points defending each larger point. If this sounds confusing just use this outline: • • • First sentence, Main point: Cats are easy to look after. Second sentence, Minor point 1: They are very independent. Third Sentence, Minor point 2: Cats are very clean and hygienic. Fourth Sentence, Minor point 3: Cats are very intelligent. Always end with a closing sentence!

Opinion Words • As you will be stating your opinion in each paragraph, try

Opinion Words • As you will be stating your opinion in each paragraph, try to vary the words you use. Some examples are: – In my opinion – It is my thought that – I strongly agree that – It is my belief that

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