Persuasive Writing Format



Persuasive Writing Format

1st Paragraph

The first paragraph of your essay needs to include the following:

1. An introduction to the topic. Grab the readers’ attention and give the background information to the topic. (For this essay provide background information on the American Revolution .)

2. Present both sides of the issue. (British and American perspective)

3. Take a stand and answer the Question asked.

4. State your thesis with at least three arguments that will be developed throughout the essay. ex. Arguments A, B, & C Be sure that the essay contains 3, or more, strong arguments that relate to the your position and do not overlap

2nd Paragraph

The second paragraph should include the following.

1. A topic sentence that explains your first argument and what the paragraph will be discussing. (Link this topic sentence with the first idea presented in your thesis)

2. Present at least 5 relevant facts from the source materials, readings, and class lessons.

3. Present ate least 2-3 quotes from the source materials that support your position (NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS ESSAY)

4. Provide a transition sentence to your next argument

3rd Paragraph

The third paragraph should include the following.

1. A topic sentence that explains your second argument and what the paragraph will be discussing. (Link this topic sentence with the second idea presented in your thesis)

2. Present at least 5 relevant facts from the source materials, readings, and class lessons.

3. Present ate least 2-3 quotes from the source materials that support your position (NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS ESSAY)

4. Provide a transition sentence to your next argument

4th Paragraph

The fourth paragraph should include the following.

1. A topic sentence that explains your third argument and what the paragraph will be discussing. (Link this topic sentence with the first idea presented in your thesis)

2. Present at least 5 relevant facts from the source materials, readings, and class lessons.

3. Present ate least 2-3 quotes from the source materials that support your position (NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS ESSAY)

4. Provide a transition sentence to your conclusion

5th Paragraph

The fifth paragraph should include the following.

1. A conclusion that restates the stance and the arguments in a way that causes the reader to be reflective

2. Discuss the effects of topic on the persons involved

3. State any new insights or ideas established as a result of your completion of essay

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