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​Writing Task-Persuasive


​What is
persuausive
writing?

 Step 1: Make a Plan and Start Writing

Now begin work on your speech. Manage your time carefully so that you can:
  • plan your multi-paragraph  paper
  • write your multi-paragraph paper.
  • revise and edit the final draft of your multi-paragraph paper

Remember to check your notes and your prewriting/planning as you write and then revise
and edit your speech.​

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STEP 2: Write your rough draft


​Remember, a good opinion essay:
  • Has an introduction that clearly states your opinion/claim in a focus statement
  • Uses specific evidence from the text(s) to support your opinion and explains your thinking
  • Groups ideas in paragraphs
  • Has a conclusion
  • Uses precise language and linking words to connect ideas 
  • Has correct spelling, capitalization, and punctuation

STEP 5: Review, Revise, Edit

Review the checklist below and make sure your essay includes all the of following.  Read your essay to yourself and ensure each sentence is complete and makes sense.

CHECKLIST
  •  Make sure your essay is at least 5 paragraphs long.
  • Created an effective introduction that states your opinion
  • Developed a good arguement with reasons and evidence
  • Quote facts that make your argument stronger
  • Use details  to make your ideas come aliv
  • Used a variety of transitions​
  • Follow the rules of grammar usage, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling​