Persuasive Writing

Challenge

English II PreAP

For each topic choose one extreme position. Write three sentences of why one is better than the other. Only choose one!1. Vanilla or Chocolate?

2. Rap Music or Country Music?

3. Cold Weather or Warm Weather?

For Example:

Chocolate is a much better choice than vanilla in all aspects. The rich, creamy taste is sure to put a smile on your face. In addition to the outstanding taste, dark chocolate contains great amounts of antioxidants that help reduce blood pressure. Doctors worldwide have discovered that people who eat chocolate in small portions on a daily basis are healthier than those who do not. Unlike the plain taste of vanilla, chocolate satisfies cravings while having health benefits.

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Persuasive WritingMultiple Choice Quiz

What is the purpose of persuasive writing?        A. To inform

B. To persuade

C. To tell a story

D. To tell ‘how-to’

B

What is the sentence called that tells the main idea or point of view of the whole essay?   A. Topic sentence B. Main idea

C. Funky paragraphs

D. Thesis statement

D

Which sentence in this introduction paragraph is the thesis statement?

The average family spends $1500 a year on clothes for school. In this economy, that seems like a lot of money! Many people argue that students should wear uniforms to school instead of their own clothes. Wearing school uniforms saves families money, reduces bullying, and allows students to focus on academics instead of style. For these reasons, all students should be required to wear uniforms to school.   A. In this economy, that seems like a lot of money!

B. Many people argue that students should wear uniforms to school instead of their own clothes.

C. Wearing school uniforms saves families money, reduces bullying, and allows students to focus on academics instead of style.

D. For these reasons, all students should be required to wear uniforms to school.

B