Persuasive Writing

convinces a reader of a stated opinion or belief.

Characteristics of Persuasive Writing

• stated position or belief (take a stand)

• factual support (facts to back up your opinion)

• logical argument (reasons)

• call to action (You should…)

Let’s Review

• What is persuasive writing?

• List the four characteristics of persuasive writing.

Examples of Ideas and Audiences for Persuasive Writing

• Obama or McCain for president?

• book bags to class• sitting where you want in

the cafeteria• bringing students from

other schools to the dances

• Do video games cause children to have violent tendencies?

• Parents• Fellow students• Teachers• Principals• Congress members• The American public• Barack Obama• John McCain

Types of Persuasive Writing

• Friendly letters Commercials

• Business letters Advertisements

• Speeches Essays

• Jingles

• Petitions

• Posters

• Pamphlets

Friendly Letters

• There are five parts of a friendly letter.

• The date (center of page)

• Greeting (followed by a comma)

• Body• Salutation (closing),• Signature