Can-Do Task: A Persuasive Essay
Task: write a persuasive paragraph taking a clear position, using the techniques from this module.
Notice
- Choose a topic: Should university education be free? Should social media platforms be regulated more strictly? Should the four-day work week become standard?
Rule
Your task: Write a persuasive paragraph (6–8 sentences) taking a clear position on a topic. Include a claim, evidence, at least one rhetorical question or emphasis technique, and a concession-refutation pair.
Practice
- Planning line: which topic and position will you argue?
Answer: Personal answer. - Draft your opening claim.
Answer: Personal answer.
Connect
Explore more persuasive essay models before writing your own.
CEFR: Writing — write persuasive text expressing a point of view at some length, underlining salient issues.
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