How to Write a Persuasive Essay
How to Write a Persuasive Essay
| Introductory Paragraph 1. always open with subject of the paper followed by the issue 2. add 5 Ws (who, what, when, where, and why) of the subject 3. follow with thesis statement which is the writer’s opinion of the subject 4. conclude with at least 2 main points as to why the opinion is valid Body Paragraphs Body Paragraph #1 1. open with key terms of main point #1 2. explain the meaning of main point #1 3. conclude paragraph with a specific example of main point #1 Body Paragraph #2 1. open with key terms of main point #2 2. explain the meaning of main point #2 3. conclude paragraph with a specific example of main point #2 Conclusion summarize and further explain the central concerns of the paper |
Sample Thesis Statements with Main Points:
Issue with the Subject: Giving to the Cancer Society of America
Opinion: should be discouraged because
Main Points: only 1% of the proceeds go to cancer patients and the society is a scam.
Issue with the Subject: Attending Six Flags’ Fright Night
Opinion: is good because
Main Points: the haunted house is remarkable and the Halloween show is exceptionally entertaining.
Issue with the Subject: The policy of funding sports over arts
programming at Cedar Hill High School
Opinion: should be changed because
Main Points: arts programs touch more students and fewer students will be injured.
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