Persuasive Writing Process (Up Until the Body Paragraphs)

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What is the persuasive writing process?

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The persuasive writing process involves planning, drafting, revising, and editing an essay to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.

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What should you do before forming an opinion in persuasive writing?

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You should read the passages thoroughly to understand different perspectives before deciding your opinion.

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What is 'purple proof' in persuasive writing?

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Purple proof refers to specific evidence or examples that support your argument in a persuasive essay.

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What does 'red reasons' mean in persuasive writing?

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Red reasons are the main arguments or points that support your claim in a persuasive essay.

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What is a claim in persuasive writing?

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A claim is a statement that expresses what a person thinks or believes about a topic.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea of each paragraph when reading?

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Identifying the main idea helps you understand the overall argument and structure of the persuasive essay.

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What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in a persuasive essay?

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The body paragraphs provide supporting arguments and evidence to convince the reader of the writer's viewpoint.

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What should you include in the introduction of a persuasive essay?

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The introduction should include a hook to grab attention, background information, and a clear thesis statement.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of a persuasive essay.

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What is the role of evidence in persuasive writing?

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Evidence supports your claims and helps persuade the reader by providing facts, statistics, or examples.