Teaching Students How to Write a Persuasive Paragraph

What is the purpose of learning how to write a persuasive paragraph?

• To improve my reading skills

• To become an effective communicator

• To be able to watch more television

• To convince someone to buy a gift for me

What does a persuasive paragraph usually consist of?

• A topic sentence, supporting/body sentences, and a concluding/closing sentence

• A thesis statement and supporting evidence

• A summary of the main points

• A conclusion that restates the main argument

How can reading examples of persuasive writing help you?

• It improves my grammar skills.

• It develops my creativity.

• It helps me to understand how to structure a persuasive paragraph.

• I will learn how to write a persuasive essay.

What is the first step in writing a persuasive paragraph?

• Revising

• Editing

• Planning

• Proofreading

What should students do after planning?

• Write the first draft.

• Revise their work.

• Edit for clarity.

• Gather supporting evidence.

What should students check for when revising their work?

• Ideas, organization, voice, word choice, and sentence fluency

• Spelling and punctuation errors

• Grammatical mistakes

• Formatting and citation errors

What is the next step after mastering writing a persuasive paragraph?

• Writing a persuasive essay

• Reading more examples of persuasive writing

• Learning how to write a research paper

• Practicing creative writing

What should students consider when writing a persuasive paragraph for both adults and other students?

• Using complex vocabulary and formal language

• Writing in a voice that appeals to both parties

• Including personal anecdotes and experiences

• Focusing only on the opinions of adults

How many or points reasons should students give to support their opinion or position in a short persuasive paragraph?

• One

• Two

• Two or three

• Three

What should students check for when editing their draft?

• Punctuation errors

• Spelling errors

• Word usage errors

• All of the above