Persuasive Writing: Part 1 11/7 (W) 11/8 (M)

Bellwork:A. Complete the pre-testB. Copy: There are four ways to structure a

sentence: simple, compound, complex, or compound-complex.

C. Copy: A simple sentence = one independent clause.

D. Ex. My back aches. My teeth and my eyes hurt.

E. Underline the subject(s) once and the main verb(s) twice in the following sentence. Identify all clauses. Then, identify all parts of speech: “My hair is slowly disappearing.”

Vocab Unit 6

•Complete words 1-5 on p. 65•Write a simple sentence for each on of the

vocab words underneath your bellwork.

Parts of the Essay Review

Introduction: •Part 1: Attention Getter (hook)•Part 2: Background information--Preview

what your essay is going to be about•Part 3: Thesis (States what the essay is

going to discuss/argue for in one sentence).

•Identify the attention getter, background information, and thesis of the introduction

"A dog is man's best friend." That common saying may contain some truth, but dogs are not the only animal friend whose companionship people enjoy. For many people, a cat is their best friend. Despite what dog lovers may believe, cats make excellent housepets as they are good companions, they are civilized members of the household, and they are easy to care for.

Parts of an Essay ReviewBody Paragraphs:• Part 1: Topic sentence (states the overall idea

of the paragraph)• Part 2: Support information (give facts,

details, examples, reasons, etc. to support the idea of the essay)

• Part 3: Concluding sentence (sum up what the paragraph talked about). Some essays don’t have this.

• Identify the topic sentence, support information, and concluding sentences

Lastly, one of the most attractive features of cats as housepets is their ease of care. Cats do not have to be walked. They get plenty of exercise in the house as they play, and they do their business in the litter box. Cleaning a litter box is a quick, painless procedure. Cats also take care of their own grooming. Bathing a cat is almost never necessary because under ordinary circumstances cats clean themselves. Cats are more particular about personal cleanliness than people are. In addition, cats can be left home alone for a few hours without fear. Unlike some pets, most cats will not destroy the furnishings when left alone. They are content to go about their usual activities until their owners return.

Parts of the Essay Review

Conclusions•Part 1: Restate the thesis (say the thesis

again, in a different way)•Part 2: Summarize what the essay

discussed•Part 3: Give a final thought or powerful

statement•Identify these 3 parts of the conclusion

Cats are low maintenance, civilized companions. People who have small living quarters or less time for pet care should appreciate these characteristics of cats. However, many people who have plenty of space and time still opt to have a cat because they love the cat personality. In many ways, cats are the ideal housepet.

II. Persuasive WritingA. Definition: Writing to convince your

readers to accept a particular point of view on a subject.

B. There are 5 major parts to a persuasive essay:

A. An introduction containing an assertion (thesis)

B. The body which includes:A. The support for an assertionB. The counter-argumentsC. The recommendation

C. The conclusion containing the assertion restated

III. The opening paragraph contains:A. The attention getterB. Introduction to the subjectC. Your assertion (thesis of opinion)

Part. 1: Attention Getter

Part. 2: Introduce the subject

Part. 3: Assertion (Thesis of opinion)

OpeningParagraph

Attention getter: Anecdote

Intro to subject

Assertion (thesis of opinion)

IV. The body paragraphs contain:A. Support for the assertion:

1. 1-3 paragraphs2. Fact based evidence

B. The counter-arguments1. Identify the opposing view2. Explain how the opposing view is incorrect or

illogicalC. The recommendation

1. Explain what the reader should do about your assertion

Part. 1: Topic sentence

Part. 2: Clarifying sentences (several)

Part. 3: Completing sentence

Middle part 1: Support for the assertion. 1-3 paragraphs

Middle part 2: The counter arguments 1-3 paragraphs

Middle part 3: The recommendation. 1-3 paragraphs.

Attention getter: Anecdote

Intro to subject

Assertion (thesis of opinion)

Support for the assertion

Counter-arguments

Recommendation

V. The closing paragraphs contains:A. Your assertion restated

1. This does not have to be word for wordB. Emphasis on the assertion

1. Explain why it is important2. Tie up any loose ends

C. A powerful closing statement1. Connect with the reader or life in general. 2. Leave them motivated to do what you

recommend.Part. 1: Restate assertion

Part. 2: Answer unanswered questions; emphasize importance of supporting ideas; tie up loose ends

Part. 3: Connect with the reader’s experience or life in general with a powerful ending statement.

Closing paragraph

Attention getter: Anecdote

Intro to subject

Assertion (thesis of opinion)

Support for the assertion

Counter-arguments

Recommendation

Restated assertion

Wrap up and emphasis

Ending Statement

•Assignment1. Read the essay2. Complete the parts of the essay

worksheet3. Read over essay assignment4. Start thinking about which side you will

take and what you will say