One of the most important skills to learn in writing is persuasion. For this project, you will write an essay comparing and contrasting two things. They can be items (apples and oranges), events (Waterloo and Normandy), places (Hawall and
Alaska), people two politicians), or anything you can think of
OBJECTIVES
Compose a persuasive essay using regular triangle organization
Use comparison and contrast development
After giving a balanced comparison of the two things you have chosen, decide which one you like better, and state your
reasons. Since you are trying to persuade others to agree, organize your reasons carefully, building in Importance, and
close with a convincing paragraph. The resulting essay will be organized as a regular triangle, much as a single paragraph
can be organized in that way
Instructions
Organize your information before you begin writing. You may wish to divide a piece of paper into three columns. Label
them: For Against other. As you plan, jot down your facts in the appropriate column. This helps you organize your
Information and will aid you in your persuasive essay
Make a brief outine written or mental) for the reasons you prefer one of the two. Organize the reasons from east
important for least persuasive to most important for most persuasive)
Write one paragraph for each of your main points,
Use connecting words at the end or beginning of each paragraph
Summarize and conclude in a conclusion paragraph
Write an essay of at least 200 words with an introduction, body, and a conclusion
You will be graded on the following criter
• Clearly state your position and support it within the required number of words
• Make sure each paragraph contains one man idea and support Use complete sentences
• Include an introductory paragraph, proper transitions, and an appropriate conclusion
• Make sure your essay contains no errors in conventions such as spelling and grammar errors, and is at least 200
words long