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Persuasive essays are when you identifies an issue, chooses an argument, and attempts to persuade the reader to agree with your arguments with either facts, emotions, and logic. Persuasive essays are unique because you are allowed to appeal to the reader’s emotions. There are four sections to a persuasive essay,

Introduction:

The introduction includes the hook sentence, explanations, a concise thesis, and discussion points (which will be the structure of the body paragraphs). It will then include a transition sentence to the body paragraphs.

Supporting Paragraphs:

These are going to include a topic sentence, analysis of examples and importance to the thesis. Many paragraphs will include evidence that supports the essay’s arguments.

Opposing/Rebuttal Paragraphs:

Sometimes, they will include opposing views. They will outline opposing arguments and evidence, but they will transition into a rebuttal paragraph.

In the rebuttal paragraph, you attempt to demonstrate how the opposing argument is flawed. This can be done through evidence, emotional appeals, or logical arguments.

Conclusion:

This is more than just a summary of the essay, it is used to connect evidence, examples, and analysis to the thesis in a concise way; the thesis and arguments are re-stated. This is to ensure that the reader understands all the evidence and connections.

Citation/References:

Used to demonstrate academic honesty. Most writing assignments require a citation/references list in APA citation style.