This document outlines the structure of a persuasive essay, including an introduction with a hook and thesis statement, a body with 3 main points supported by evidence, and a conclusion that restates the thesis and calls the reader to action. It also discusses the structure of paragraphs and two formats for structuring an essay: the 5 paragraph structure or a 1-3-1-1 structure, where the last paragraph acknowledges and refutes opposing viewpoints.

1. Structure of a Persuasive Essay

2. INTRODUCTION 15% Hook: something to draw the reader in Background Information THESIS STATEMENT (CLAIM) (what are you proving in your paper???)

3. Main Point #1 Main Point #2 Main Point #3 BODY 25% 25% 25%

4. RESTATED THESIS STATEMENT Restate important information Call to Action End with a BANG! CONCLUSION 10%

5. Structure of a Paragraph ¶ = At least 5-7 sentences 1. Topic Sentence 2. F acts R easons I deas or Insights E vidence D etails or Data 3. Transition

6. 2 Formats for Structuring an Essay 5 paragraph or 1-3-1-1

7. What is 1-3-1-1? A persuasive research paper following the same formatting as a normal research paper, but the author needs to acknowledge and refute opposing viewpoints in the 5 th paragraph. This paragraph should first state the other views, then explain why the author’s views are the stronger argument.