Required Components
Times New Roman font, size 12, double spaced
Cover Page – include the following information, centered
Title of Assignment
Student Name
Course Name
Essay – follow structure/sample outline explained below
References – written on separate page after the essay using APA Format
Sample Persuasive Essay Outline
I. Introductory Paragraph:
Introduce the issue.
Provide each of the arguments that will later appear in each body paragraph.
Refute any counterpoints to the argument.
Provide the thesis statement.
II. 2-3 Body Paragraphs:
Begin with a topic sentence that reflects the argument of the thesis statement.
Support the argument with useful and informative quotes from website sources.
Provide 1-2 sentences explaining each quote.
Provide 1-3 sentences that indicate the significance of each quote.
Ensure that the information in these paragraphs is important to the thesis statement.
End each paragraph with a transition sentence which leads into the next body paragraph.
III. Concluding Paragraph:
Begin with a topic sentence that reflects the argument of the thesis statement.
Briefly summarize the main points of the paper.
Provide a strong and effective close for the paper.
Writing Prompt:
Visiting the zoo is a favorite pastime for people around the world. Some argue animals should not be kept in captivity and therefore zoos are inhumane. Others advocate for the positive aspects of zoos. Take a position on the subject and write a persuasive essay which supports your position regarding if zoos should be banned.
You can use the following document to help understand the writing prompt and plan your essay:
English 10 Essay 3 Persuasive Writing.pdf Download English 10 Essay 3 Persuasive Writing.pdf
Essay Length: 2 pages
Sources – 2 websites required
