Graphic Organizer: Persuasive Essay
Introduction Paragraph
Hook: Circle Type Used: Snapshot, Anecdote, Quote, Dialogue, Question, or a Bold & Challenging
Statement.
Context: (A little background information the reader needs to know)
Two Part Focus: (Example: Nature’s Classroom must not be canceled because it is a fun and educational
experience.)
Supporting Paragraph for 1st part of focus statement:
Topic Sentence (topic and opinion)
At least three supporting details - directly related to topic of paragraph
1.
2.
3.
Concluding Sentence (wraps it up)
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Supporting Paragraph for 2nd part of focus statement
Topic Sentence (topic and opinion)
At least three supporting details - directly related to topic of paragraph
1.
2.
3.
Concluding Sentence (wraps it up)
Counter Argument & Rebuttal:
 What is the main reason someone might give for not supporting your argument/position? (ONLY
GIVE ONE REASON)
 What would you RESPECTFULLY say to counter their argument? Provide SEVERAL reasons why
the counter argument is wrong.
Conclusion: (Remember, this has two parts. It must restate the focus in new words and leave the reader
thinking – the “aha”.)
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