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Bully Prevention Argument: Draft
Directions: Review the prompt. Pick a side. Then, daft the first paragraph. When you are done
drafting, COLOR CODE your paragraph to make sure you have all three parts. (Use your notes from
the video.)
Are the anti-bullying strategies used by schools successful?
Pick a side
Yes.
School anti-bullying programs
are bringing the problem into the open.
No.
Bullying is getting worse and
stronger action is needed.
Introduction Paragraph- draft
** Remember and introduction paragraph should include: Lead- Thesis- List of Arguments
Persuasive Leads
Anecdote: tell a short story (1-4 sentences) related to your topic.
Question: ask a question that pushes the reader toward your position (don’t just repeat the topic)
Imagine this: Ask the reader to imagine what it would be like if….. Your scenario should push your reader towards
your position
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