Pet Peeve Assignment

Assignment: write a 400-500 word (about 2 pages) persuasive piece on a pet peeve.

Draft 1 is due Friday/Monday.

Consider using…

A strong hook at the beginning Vivid descriptions Colorful language Strong imagery Specific examples and details Dialogue An appropriate end to the piece …and more!

Consider the following:

Write a few descriptive sentences about why this particular thing really irks you.

Think of 1-3 examples of times when you observed someone engaging in this behavior. When did it happen? Where did it take place? What exactly did the person do? Describe the scene as vividly as possible.

Have you ever addressed the person doing this thing directly? If so, what did you say, and what happened? If not, why?

More things to consider…

What are some reasons why people engage in this behavior? Are they aware that it is bothersome to others?

What factors might foster this behavior? How might people be dissuaded from engaging in this behavior?