Grade 6: Persuasive Essay

Make sure you've backed up your reasons with facts and examples.

Use facts—information that can be proved true—as support.

Goal: to add vegetarian options to the school lunch menu

Reason: Everyone—not just vegetarians—would benefit from this change.

Fact: Nutrition experts state that most people in our country don't eat enough vegetables.

Use an example.

Goal: to schedule longer breaks between classes

Reason: Taking breaks from study improves concentration.

Example: After taking a math test, I need more than three minutes to change gears for science class.

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