Writing Persuasive Essays
Learning Objective
I can construct a persuasive essay with a clear claim and supporting evidence.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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The purpose of persuasive writing is to convince readers to adopt a certain viewpoint or opinion of the writer.
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A persuasive essay typically includes an introduction with a hook and thesis, body paragraphs that present and support arguments, and a conclusion that summarizes the main points.
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To make persuasive writing more effective, writers should repeat their main argument, use real-world examples, and include a call to action in the thesis.
Practice
7 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Write a thesis statement for a persuasive essay arguing that all high school students should be required to take a personal finance course before graduation. Your thesis should clearly state the claim and suggest the main points that will be used to support it.”
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