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Persuasive Writing Goals Checklist
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Persuasive Writing Goals Checklist
📝 Part 1: Planning and Structure
Before I start writing, I will:
Choose a clear position on my topic
Research facts and evidence to support my argument
Think about my audience and what might convince them
Plan my introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion
Consider opposing viewpoints
My persuasive writing topic is:
My main argument/position is:
🎯 Part 2: Introduction Goals
In my introduction, I will include:
A hook to grab the reader's attention
Background information about my topic
A clear thesis statement showing my position
A preview of my main arguments
My hook will be (circle one):
A surprising statistic
A thought-provoking question
An interesting quote
A short story or example
💪 Part 3: Body Paragraph Goals
In each body paragraph, I will:
Start with a clear topic sentence
Provide evidence (facts, statistics, examples, expert opinions)
Explain how my evidence supports my argument
Use persuasive language techniques
Include smooth transitions between ideas
My three main supporting arguments will be:
1. _________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________
Persuasive techniques I plan to use:
Emotive language
Rhetorical questions
Repetition for emphasis
Appeal to logic (facts and reasoning)
Appeal to emotion
Appeal to ethics/values
🔚 Part 4: Conclusion Goals
In my conclusion, I will:
Restate my thesis in a new way
Summarise my main arguments
Include a call to action
End with a powerful final statement
Connect back to my opening hook
My call to action will ask readers to:
✏️ Part 5: Language and Style Goals
I will use sophisticated vocabulary including:
Strong verbs (convince, demonstrate, prove)
Connecting words (furthermore, however, consequently)
Modal verbs (should, must, ought to)
Evaluative language (significant, crucial, essential)
I will write in:
First person (I believe, I think)
Third person (formal and objective)
Second person (You should, You must)
My target word count is: _______ words
🔍 Part 6: Editing and Proofreading Goals
Before submitting, I will check for:
Clear and logical argument flow
Strong evidence supporting each point
Varied sentence structures
Correct spelling and punctuation
Appropriate paragraphing
Consistent tone throughout
I will ask _________________ to read my draft and provide feedback.
My writing goal for this piece is:
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