Writing a persuasive essay

Use your notes from the debate to write an essay on the same topic.

All countries should create a new national anthem every 50 years.

You can either agree or disagree with the statement. Use three arguments to support your point of view in the body so that you essay will be 5 paragraphs altogether, including the introduction and conclusion.

Essay outline:

  1. Introduction: introduce the topic and define the terms, include a thesis statement that outlines what the body of your essay will be about.
  2. Body 1: your first argument, include a topic sentence that states what this paragraph is about, then use examples and evidence to support your point of view.
  3. Body 2: your second argument, include a topic sentence that states what this paragraph is about, then use examples and evidence to support your point of view.
  4. Body 3: your third argument, include a topic sentence that states what this paragraph is about, then use examples and evidence to support your point of view.
  5. Conclusion: sum up the main points of your essay and finish with your final thoughts.

For more help on how to write an essay go to Unit 9 Essay Writing to give you detailed instructions on how to write an introduction, body and conclusion.