* Persuasive writing is also known as the "argument essay."

* This type of writing utilizes logic and reason to show that one idea is more legitimate than another idea.

* Persuasive essays attempt to persuade the readers to adopt a particular point of view or to take a certain action.

1) Choose your position. Which side of the issue or problem are you going to write about?

2) Research your topic.

3) Structure your essay.

1) The introduction must have a"hook" or "grabber" to catch the readers' attention.

2) The introduction should also include a thesis statement. Your thesis should be one sentence in length, and it should be the last sentence in your introduction. Your thesis statement is your statement of purpose.