How to get started? :
How to get started? Take a piece of paper and draw a line down the middle.
One side of the paper write the word pro.
One the other side write the word con.
Brainstorm: write down your ideas on both sides.
You do not have to use complete sentences in the draft.
An example of drinking alcohol :
An example of drinking alcohol Pro
You can feel relaxed.
Drinking with friends and chat bring a lot of fun.
One may feel like a mature man. Con
Once you drink too much, you may lose control of yourself.
You may get a ticket if you drunken-driving.
It is not good for your health.
Some alcohols are not cheap.
You may drink “fake alcohol” to damage your body.
Practice :
Practice Topics for practice
-death penalty
-using plastic bags
-drinking bottled water
-study abroad
-driving to school by yourself or carpool Brainstorm one of the topics with your partner
Now you have a sheet listing pros and cons, reread the list. Which side has the longest list of good arguments? -This will help you decide which side you want to take. :
Now you have a sheet listing pros and cons, reread the list. Which side has the longest list of good arguments? -This will help you decide which side you want to take. How can I decide what to write?
In class writing: write your own persuasive essay. :
In class writing: write your own persuasive essay. Choose a topic you are interested to argue about.
List pros and cons in a piece of sheet.
Time-limit: 15 minutes (maximum words: 300 words)