Write a persuasive essay to someone who believes they must take out a student loan in order to attend college. Attach your completed essay here. Your persuasive essay will include the following five paragraphs: » Introductory paragraph: Provide a clear statement of your position in the topic sentence. Give two clear arguments that support this position. » Two supporting paragraphs: Each argument stated above should be covered in a separate paragraph. Support each paragraph with specific examples, facts and reasoning. » One paragraph stating the opposite viewpoint: Use an opposing statement and then refute it. For example, you might say, “One could argue that (state opposite viewpoint), but I believe that (state your viewpoint).” » Closing paragraph: Restate the position.
