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Persuasive Writing Practice

Persuasive writing shares an opinion and gives reasons to encourage a reader to agree. Try to include a clear opinion, at least two reasons, linking words and a strong final sentence.

Linking words

Use these words to join your ideas: because · also · for instance · that is why. Opinion starter: I believe.

Understanding persuasive writing

Read each question and choose or write the best response.

1.What is the main purpose of persuasive writing?

To tell the reader a made-up adventure
To encourage the reader to agree with an opinion
To give a set of instructions

2.Read this sentence: “I believe our class should grow vegetables because we could eat what we harvest.” Which words give the reason?

I believe our class should grow vegetables
because
we could eat what we harvest

3.Choose every linking word or phrase in the linking-words list above. Do not choose the opinion starter.

4.Add a reason to complete this persuasive sentence: “I think our class should have a reading corner because …”

Plan and write a persuasive paragraph

Choose one topic: class pets should be allowed; our school should plant more trees; or board games are better than video games. You may use your own idea instead.

Start with your opinion. Give at least two reasons and connect your ideas with linking words such as because, also or for instance. End with a sentence that restates your view.

5.Write a persuasive paragraph about one of the topics above. State your opinion, give at least two reasons, use linking words and finish with a closing sentence.

6.Imagine a reader disagrees with your paragraph. Write one thing that reader might say, then explain why you still support your opinion.