Writing :Persuasive Essay
ASSIGNMENT: Write a persuasive essay on what you believe are the three best stress relievers for students using evidence from the provided sources to prove your point.
PROCESS:
1. Read source and identify the three best stress relievers
2. Write a topic Statement
a. An effective thesis statement must meet three criteria:
i. it must introduce the topic of your paper ii. it must take a debatable stance (state something that you will prove).
iii. It must be powerfully worded
3. Find Textual Evidence to support your arguement.
Statement 4.
Write the essay
a. Suggested Organization:
i. introduction
ii. Stress Relief #1 + data + warrant
iii. Stress Relief #2 + data + warrant
iv. Stress Relief #3 + data + warrant
v. Conclusion
Remember:
• Use in-text citations to cite your evidence.
o E.g.: According to “Relaxation Techniques for Stress,” the best way to relieve stress is to…
o E.g.: One of the best stress relievers is meditation which “involves focusing your attention to help you feel more relaxed” (“Relaxation”).
“Relaxation Techniques for Stress:
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia.” MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine, medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000874.htm.
