The document discusses how to write a persuasive text to convince others of a viewpoint. It explains that a persuasive text needs an introduction stating the position, reasons to support the position, and a conclusion restating the position. It also suggests using persuasive language throughout.

1. When we write a persuasive text we try to
convince someone about something…
We try to make someone change their mind if
they think differently to us.
We try to make someone believe the same thing we do.

2. To persuade!
It could be anyone.
or
It could be different people at different times.

6. Which are better?
Dogs or cats?

7. Which is better?
Summer or winter?

8. Which is better?
Chocolate or ice cream?

9. A persuasive text needs….
1) A title
4) A conclusion
3) Reasons
2) An introduction
* If you’re feeling really clever, use persuasive words.

10. Think about your writing as a salad sandwich….
1) Start with a slice of bread.
That’s your introduction. It is where you say what you believe.
3) Put on the last piece of bread.
That’s your conclusion. It is where you repeat what
you believe.
2) Put on the butter and the salads – the more, the better.
Each reason is another piece of salad.
If you’re feeling really clever, use persuasive words.

11. Introduction Reasons Conclusion Persuasive
language
I think… My first reason is... So, I think… strongly
I feel… My second reason
is...
In conclusion I
feel…
clearly
I believe… My third reason is... I hope I have
persuaded you
that…
certainly
My next reason is... definitely
My final reason is... How could you…
I think You must be crazy if
you think….
I feel
I believe