english language arts level 7 #36 ms. walker. today’s objectives latin root words writing – the...
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English Language ArtsLevel 7 #36Ms. Walker
Today’s Objectives
Latin Root WordsWriting – The Persuasive Paragraph
Latin Root Words
Lun – moon – lunarLum – light – luminousMar – sea – marineMat – mother – maternalMeter – measure – thermometerMob – move - mobility
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Writing Persuasive Paragraphs
What is a Persuasive Paragraph?
This type of paragraph is aimed at convincing the reader to adopt a particular point of view.
This paragraph should focus on language which persuades the reader to adopt the idea being presented.
Discussion:Where do we see persuasive writing?
AdvertisementsPolitical CampaignsNewspaper Editorials
The Persuasive Paragraph
7 Magic Words of Persuasion
Because NowImagine NewPlease Thank You
Use a Person’s Name
7 Magic Words of Persuasion
Because NowImagine NewPlease Thank YouUse a Person’s Name
Use Persuasion to…
Support a Cause Please support my soccer team by buying discount coupons.
Use Persuasion to…
Urge People To Action Vote for Pedro.
Use Persuasion to…
Make A Change
The principal should let us wear
hats.
Use Persuasion to…
Prove Something Wrong
Cars do not cause global warming.
Use Persuasion to…
Stir Up SympathyIf you don’t adopt this dog, it could be put to death.
Use Persuasion to…
Create InterestBetter grades get you a better job and more money.
Use Persuasion to…
Get People To Agree With YouI am sure you’ll agree Snickers are the best candy bar.
Example of a Persuasive Paragraph
There are many reasons why you should join the Army. Army recruits get the best health benefits and pension programs. Another perk is that the Army pays for past student loans as well as pay for any future education costs.
Example of a Persuasive Paragraph
The recruits who have family will also be given special bonuses to maintain and support their loved ones. What are you waiting for? Join the army now!
Persuasive Paragraph
A persuasive paragraph should have the following three things:
1. A topic sentence2. Three (3) to seven (7)
supporting sentences. 3. A concluding sentence.
The Topic Sentence
Topic Sentence Examples
The topic sentence of a persuasive paragraph states your opinion or feeling towards a topic.
Examples: Joining the gym is a great way to change your life.
Topic Sentence Examples
Sony builds the best laptops on the market. Dogs are the best pets to have. Buying online can save time and money.
Supporting Details
Supporting Sentence
In a persuasive paragraph, the supporting sentences provide the readers different reasons why they should agree with the writer’s point of view. As such, these sentences should support the topic sentence and sell the overall idea.
Supporting sentence(s)
Topic Sentence: Dogs are the best pets to have.
Supporting Sentences:1. Dogs are loyal. 2. They are intelligent. 3. Dogs protect your house and
family. 4. They keep you company.
Providing Additional Arguments:
Often when writing the supporting sentences transitional words will be used to add variety to the writing.
Paragraph Transition Words
AlsoIn additionAnother
Along with
BesidesNot only will ..., but ... will also
For exampleMoreoverNext
FurthermoreAgainIn addition to ...,
For Instance Additionally
What is more
Example Usage
What is more, exercising leads to having better health. In addition to better health, exercising can lead to a longer life. Furthermore, your body will be in great shape. Not only will you feel better, but you will also act better.
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Concluding Sentence
Concluding Sentence Transition Words
Concluding sentences end your paragraph by usually repeating your main idea while utilizing the data presented to the reader. The following words and phrases on the next slide can be used to begin a concluding sentence.
Concluding Sentence Transition Words
Summarizing:• To sum up,• In conclusion,• In summary,• All things considered,
Concluding Sentence Transition Words
in summaryto summarizeUsuallyTaking everything into consideration
in conclusion
overallin either casealtogether
Concluding Sentence Transition Words
in short
in essencein any eventon the whole
after all
in briefto sum upby and large
Example Summary Statement
To sum up, having a good diet provides many benefits for the overall quality of life.
Example Summary Statement
In conclusion, going to college will provide students with invaluable tools in their future careers.
Example Summary Statement
In summary, buying online can save time and money.
Example Summary Statement
All things considered, having a savings account allows you to plan a better future.
Example Concluding Sentence
Topic Sentence: Dogs are the best pets to have.
Concluding Sentence: In short, everyone should have a dog as a pet.
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Prewriting techniques
Brainstorming – think of different topics you are interested in writing about. Come up with at least 5 topics from which you can write your topic sentence (such as hobbies, sports, political affiliations, best songs/movie/actor/singer, etc.).
Possible Topics
Example: 1. Reading comics. 2. Going to college. 3. Playing basketball. 4. Buying things online.
Prewriting Techniques
Remember that you must make either a positive or negative judgment towards the topic as you will argue for or against it.
Prewriting Techniques
After choosing your topic, list 5 reasons why your reader should agree with your point of view.
Prewriting Techniques
Create an outline of your paragraph in order to write your first draft.
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Writing a draft for the Persuasive Paragraph
Write the first draft of the paragraph. Remember to use the outline to first organize your ideas.
Writing a draft for the Persuasive Paragraph
Remember to use the transitional words and use the spellchecker to fix any grammar errors.
Writing a draft for the Persuasive Paragraph
Also, feel free to allow other readers to read your paragraph and give you feedback. In the end, the main goal is to persuade the reader to agree with your point of view. Asking a peer to read it will be helpful.
Practice
Use the worksheet that accompanies this lesson to write your assignments.
Practice Worksheet
`Brainstorm – choose 5 topics from which you can write a topic sentence for a persuasive paragraph:
1._________________________2._________________________3._________________________4._________________________5._________________________
Now choose one and write a topic sentence: ________________________________________________
Practice worksheet
List the reasons why you think your reader would agree with your point of view. These will become your supporting sentences:
Topic Sentence: __________________________________________________________________
Practice Worksheet
Start organizing your paragraphand write a concluding sentence:Topic Sentence: ______________________________Supporting Sentences:_____________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Concluding Sentence: _________________________________
Practice worksheetWrite the first draft of your paragraph:
Title:______________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Practice WorksheetEdit, spellcheck, and review your paragraph. Add transitional words when needed. Write the final version of the paragraph:
Title: ____________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Assignment
Traditional Dress Write a paragraph that convinces your friends to wear traditional clothes that represent their cultural heritage.
Persuasive Paragraph
Use the skills you’ve learned to write a persuasive paragraph on the following topic:
Should teenagers be allowed to
smoke?
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Part 3 - The Idiom
Idioms are spoken phrases that cannot be found in the dictionary. An idiom is an expression that means something other than the literal meanings of its individual words.
Double Check
To verify something a second time.
1. I double checked my answers before submitting my exam.
double check
2. We need to double check the lab results before making any announcement to the press.
Lesson Review
Our lesson for this session was how to write an effective the Persuasive Paragraph.
Next Lesson
In our next lesson, we will have review punctuation.
