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Prompts for Practicing Persuasive Essays:

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• Analysis of an issue.
• Writers state a clear position in support of a proposal.
• Writers support their positions with relevant evidence.
• Writers address reader concerns and counter-arguments.

• Offer a brief analysis of an issue, before stating a thesis.
• State a clear position in support of a thesis or proposal.
• Use meaningful evidence and arguments to support their thesis.
• Anticipate reader concerns and offer counterarguments.
• USE AN APPROPRIATE VOICE.

Steps to Persuasive Essays:

• Carefully analyze both sides of an issue.
• Develop a clear, reasonable thesis.
• Support the thesis with relevant information.
• Address reader concerns and counter-arguments.
• Organize the argument so it can easily be followed.
• Check to make sure the voice of the essay is appropriate for the audience.