Persuasive Text
Published on Jan 19, 2016
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Persuasive Text
*Writing that is meant to influence others' beliefs, feelings, or actions.
Examples: Persuasive Letters, Campaign Speeches, Advertisements, Newspaper Editorials, etc.
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Argument:
Writing or speaking that expresses a claim on an issue and supports it with reasons and evidence
Synonym: PERSUASION, Opinion, Point of View
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Claim: the main point or belief the author sets out to prove in order to influence the audience's opinion on an issue.
Example of Claim:
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Support: Any information that proves a claim (Reasons and Evidence)
Example:
Chewing gum is good for you because________
* Reason 1: It helps you focus.
* Evidence 1: Atudents' test scores have proven to increase when kids chew gum.
* Reason 2: It is health benefits.
Evidence 2: People who chew gum weigh less and have 70% fewer cavities.
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Evidence: Specific information that supports a claim (facts, examples, personal experiences, quotes, etc.)
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