writing persuasive essay

Introduction

Conclusion

Body

  • Attention catcher
  • Thesis : a clearly worded statement telling readers exactly what the writer intends to do in the essay.
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restate the thesis

restate main points of essay

Each body paragraph has a main point, the main argument

end it with a clinching statement

asking a question

quotation

Anecdote

stay on point

stay on mode

topic sentence

Each body paragraph begins with a topic sentence.

Startling Fact or Statistic

Imaginative Scenario

The main point is developed and supported with emotional or logical arguments.

each main points should support the thesis of the essay.

could restate your thesis or position

should state the paragraph’s central argument.

clear, direct, and upfront about your purpose.

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