Writing that tries to convince readers to do something or accept the writer's point of view. Also called argumentative or opinion writing.

to cause someone to agree or do something, to convince

Beliefs based on personal thoughts or feelings rather than facts.

Your opinion. What you set out to PROVE in your essay.

a statement that will likely cause an argument or debate

Supporting materials used to prove or disprove something based on facts.

Collecting, organizing, analyzing, and interpreting data in order to make decisions.

A person who has mastered a specific subject, who's opinion can be used to persuade.

Techniques used to influence an audience. 3 kinds: Pathos, Ethos, and Logos

An Ethical or Credible appeal. EXPERT

An Emotional appeal. PASSION/FEELINGS

A Logical appeal. LOGIC

attitude, opinion, or way of thinking

different or opposite opinion

writing that asks people to do something or promotes change

to cause someone to believe something is true