English II Writing Persuasive Prompt

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1 English II Writing Persuasive Prompt Read the following quotation. ER Doctors save LIVES and make on average $210,000 per year. Defense Attorneys/Public defenders make on average $110,000 per year. Police officers/fire fighters RISK THEIR LIVES TO SAVE THE LIVES OF OTHER'S and make on average $50,000 per year. TAYLOR SWIFT MADE 55 MILLION LAST YEAR JUSTIN BIEBER MADE 58 MILLION LADY GAGA MADE 80 MILLION IS THIS JUST? Many celebrities - such as actors, musicians, models, or athletes - make a great deal of money. Do you agree or disagree that celebrities make more money than they deserve? Write an essay convincing others on your position whether celebrities deserve the amount of money they are paid. Be sure to clearly state your thesis organize and develop your ideas effectively choose your words carefully edit your writing for grammar, mechanics, and spelling

2 I. Introductory paragraph A. Topic B. The debate C. Position or best choice (thesis) D. Reasons or arguments (forecast) II. Body paragraphs Planning Guide Persuasive Papers A. Reason or argument stated in a topic sentence* B. Supporting details** 1. Examples 2. Cause and effect 3. Personal experience III. Summary and conclusion paragraph A. Restatement of the position (thesis or claim) or best choice B. Restatement of the reasons or arguments (forecast) C. Conclusion (one or more of the following) 1. Call to action 2. Suggestion for a solution 3. Parting thought Types of Reasons M - money (financial) S - safety H - health E - environmental E - educational P people (social relationships) * No set number of reasons or supporting details ** Other methods of support can be equally effective.

3 Planning Organizer Persuasive: Pro or Con Thesis statement Many celebrities, such as, actors, musicians, models, and athletes, get paid more money than they deserve. Possible Reasons or Arguments For (Pro) People with challenging jobs who earn less Most celebrities do not work hard Not good role models Supporting Details Doctors and lawyers go to school for extended amounts of time A fraction of what some celebrities get paid Policemen or military protect our country People who save lives don t get as much attention Celebrities get attention for minor, foolish reasons Example: Kim Kardashian Earning millions of dollars No long or laborious hours Many celebrities have much more than they need Many celebrities flaunt their wealth Others lack food and shelter Example: Miley Cyrus--performs inappropriately Negative influence on young children Conclusion: Many celebrities do not donate to charity or contribute to society; most of them flaunt their wealth while there are people who need help around the world. This money could go to more useful organizations or projects to help the world as a whole. Strong call to action or solution

4 Thesis statement Celebrities deserve what they get paid because they worked very hard to get where they are and not everyone has talent to perform. Possible Reasons or Arguments Against (Con) Celebrities are role models to many people. Careers are short and unstable Much supply and demand in the media Supporting Details humble beginnings and hard work lead to success Inspire young people Sports players serve as models to those who play the same sport Example of a celebrity athlete Athletes won t be able to play their entire life Careers of actors and singers may be short Actors and actresses do not know when they will get another job Payment for talent is uncertain People like to be entertained People will pay to escape with entertainment Adults need heroes As long as people are paying, there will be supply and demand. Conclusion Although celebrities earn more than a person in a traditional job, they worked to get to where they are and deserve the money they receive for the inspiration and talents they display. Strong call to action or solution

5 Revision Checklist Persuasive Introductory Paragraph Topic Body Paragraphs 1st Reason 2nd Reason 3rd Reason Summary Paragraph Topic Choice or Position Choice or Position Reasons 1. C C C Reasons 2. P P P Solution 3. Call to Action Parting Thought Introductory Paragraph The topic or issue and the writer s choice or position on the topic should be included in the introductory paragraph. The ideas used to support the choice or position may be included in the introduction to help the reader preview them. Body Paragraphs Reasons There is no set number of reasons. The following list provides suggested reasons: Summary Paragraphs Money Safety Health Environment Education or training People relationships The topic and the writer s choice or position on the topic should be included in the summary paragraph. The writer may offer an idea for a solution, ask the audience to take action to support the idea, and use a parting thought. Elaboration Methods E Example CE Causes and effects PE Personal experience Other methods of elaboration may be equally effective when used as supporting details.