This five-paragraph persuasive essay (introduction, 3 body paragraphs, and a conclusion) is made up of the following:
A clear persuasive argumentative statement in the first paragraph after the topic is introduced and the importance of the issue is clear to the reader
Logical transitions between the intro, the body, and the conclusion
Body paragraphs that support the persuasive thesis with evidence as well as address the opposing viewpoints
A conclusion that wraps up all the information presented in the body
Utilize your pre-writing and outlining strategies from week two to help you organize and plan your essay. It is not required to have research and source material for this essay, though it can greatly help support your argument. Using sources shows how your ideas build upon the ideas of previous writers and why your claims merit consideration — because they are supported by credible experts in their field. If you do use source material from the EBSCO library or any other source such as an online source or a hard copy source, please give credit to the author with in-text citations and a references page using APA formatting.
1. What specific event do you want to write about that had a lasting impact on your life?
2. In one sentence, describe the event.
3. When and where did it happen.
4. What people were involved in the situation?
5. What people are your audience?
6. What message do you want to convey to your audience?
