Persuasive Writing


Writing to Persuade

You will be writing a 5 paragraph persuasive essay about an issue that you believe in. This could be something as simple as why lunch at school should be free or trying to get someone to like the same things that you do (a video game, sport, music, etc.) It could be as complex as persuading someone on a more global issue like the environment or a political position. You will need to have supporting details and arguements to support your position.

Other links for descriptive writing for you to consider
Steps in Persuasive Writing

Prompts -- Having trouble deciding on a topic? Try these.

Someone in My Family Deserves an Award
School Uniforms
Lengthening the School Day
Media violence has a Negative Effect

Sample Persuasive Essay

  1. Rough Draft -- Email this to Mr. Bass, then find a partner and get comments from another student about your paper. These comments need to be included at the bottom of your final draft.
  2. Final Draft

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