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Persuasive Essay Writing Worksheet

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Persuasive Essay Writing Worksheet

Student writing persuasive essay

🎯 WALT: Understand persuasive essay structure and identify key components

Success Criteria: I can identify thesis statements, supporting arguments, and conclusions in persuasive writing.

1. What are the three main parts of a persuasive essay? (Circle all that apply)

Introduction with thesis statement

Body paragraphs with evidence

Conclusion that restates position

Bibliography

2. Which of these is the strongest thesis statement for an essay about school uniforms?

School uniforms are good.

I think school uniforms should be mandatory because they reduce bullying, improve focus, and create equality.

Some schools have uniforms and some don't.

What do you think about school uniforms?

3. Match each persuasive technique to its definition:

A) Statistics _____ B) Expert opinion _____ C) Emotional appeal _____

1. Using feelings to convince readers 2. Facts and figures as proof 3. Quotes from knowledgeable people

4. Complete this sentence: A strong conclusion should _________________ the main argument and _________________ the reader to take action.

✏️ WALT: Write persuasive paragraphs with evidence and strong language features

Success Criteria: I can write a thesis statement and support my arguments with relevant evidence.

5. Choose ONE topic and write a clear thesis statement (one sentence stating your position):

Topics: Should mobile phones be banned in schools? / Should the school day start later? / Should students choose their own subjects?

Topic chosen: _________________________________

6. List THREE pieces of evidence that could support your thesis statement:

Evidence 1: ________________________________________________

Evidence 2: ________________________________________________

Evidence 3: ________________________________________________

7. Write one body paragraph (4-6 sentences) using your thesis and ONE piece of evidence. Include persuasive language features like modal verbs (should, must, will) and strong adjectives.

🚀 WALT: Craft effective conclusions and use advanced persuasive techniques

Success Criteria: I can write conclusions that restate my position and call readers to action.

8. Write a strong concluding sentence for your essay topic that includes a call to action:
9. Extension Activity: Identify the counter-argument to your position and write one sentence explaining why your view is still stronger:

Counter-argument: ___________________________________________

Your response: ____________________________________________

10. Differentiation Support: Circle the persuasive language features you used in your writing today:

Strong adjectives (essential, crucial, vital)

Modal verbs (should, must, will, can)

Statistics or facts

Emotive language

Rhetorical questions

📚 Dyslexia-Friendly Tips: Use cream or light blue paper, size 12+ font, and read questions aloud if needed. Take breaks between sections.

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