what is persuasion?. persuasion: using reason to convince someone to believe in what you are telling...
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What is persuasion?
Persuasion:
•Using reason to convince someone to believe in what you are telling them, or make them do something that you want
What makes up a good argument?•It’s simple – just REVV your engines!
▫R: Reasons (what makes your argument good?)
▫E: Evidence (show us your reasons are good)
▫VV: Vivid Vocabulary (use words that grab your reader’s attention)
“Which vegetable should be added to the school cafeteria?”•This writing is going to be
like an election paper – you have to persuade your readers to vote for your vegetable
•You should do some fact-hunting to support your argument (which veggie you think rocks!)
Pre-WriteParagraph 1: What’s your veggie of choice and why is it great?I’m Brenda the Brussels Sprout. Vote for me because I am a nutritious source of Vitamin C and I am low in fat and cholesterol. I am also great because I am tasty when sautéed with garlic and onions.
Paragraph 2: What awesome nutrients does your veggie have?
1) 2) 3)
Paragraph 3: How could you serve your veggie in the cafeteria in a tasty way?
1) 2)
Paragraph 4: “Final Plea for Me!” – Tell readers once again what your veggie has to offer – its nutrition and taste.
High vitamin C; (immune system)
Low in fat and cholesterol
Low in sodium (heart healthy)
Steamed with a bit of lemon zest
Sautéed with garlic and onions
Paragraph 1:
•Hi! I’m ____________ (Brenda the Brussels Sprout). You should vote for me to be included on the lunch menu at MES because I am chock-full of vitamins and minerals. Plus, I can be cooked in many easy, tasty ways.
•Greeting + Two main reasons to vote for this fruit/veggie
Paragraph 2:
•Eating healthy is very important, and I can help keep your body fit. (Topic Sentence)
•First off, I have a lot of Vitamin C, which helps you fight off disease.
•In addition, I am low in sodium, cholesterol, and fat. This means I am a heart-healthy food.
•Finally, I also am a good source of dietary fiber, which is another nutrient that keeps your heart healthy.
Paragraph 3:
•Not only am I good for you – but I taste good, too! (Topic Sentence)
•One good way to serve me is as a part of a veggie kabob. Start with mushrooms and red peppers, and a low fat Italian dressing marinade. Then grill us to perfection – yum!
•Another good way to eat me is to simply bake me in the oven after putting a bit of olive oil for extra flavor.
Paragraph 4:
•In conclusion, you should vote Brenda the Brussels Sprout. Who’s low in fat, cholesterol, and sodium? I am! Who has vitamin C and fiber? I do! And who can be prepared in tasty ways that everyone can enjoy? Me! Vote Brenda the Brussels Sprout!!!