Persuasive Writing Process

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What is persuasive writing?

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Persuasive writing is a type of writing that aims to convince the reader to agree with the writer's opinion or perspective.

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What is a hook in persuasive writing?

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A hook is an engaging opening statement or question that grabs the reader's attention and encourages them to read further.

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What does it mean to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea means determining the central point or argument that the author is trying to convey in a text.

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What are 'red reasons' and 'purple proof'?

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'Red reasons' are the main arguments supporting a claim, while 'purple proof' refers to the evidence or examples that back up those arguments.

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Why is it important to read the prompt first?

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Reading the prompt first helps you understand what is being asked and guides your response to the task.

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What is a claim in persuasive writing?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, which the writer aims to support with reasons and evidence.

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What is the purpose of restating a claim?

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Restating a claim helps clarify the argument and reinforces the writer's position for the reader.

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What is the role of evidence in persuasive writing?

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Evidence supports the claims made in persuasive writing, making the argument more convincing and credible.

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What is an opposing viewpoint?

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An opposing viewpoint is an argument or perspective that contradicts the writer's claim, which should be addressed in persuasive writing.

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How can you make an opposing side sound terrible?

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You can highlight the weaknesses or flaws in the opposing argument to make it less appealing to the reader.