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Introduction to the Persuasive Essay You have identified a topic that includes a problem connected to a specific place, completed a keyword search, and located some library sources

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Introduction to the Persuasive Essay

You have identified a topic that includes a problem connected to a specific place, completed a keyword search, and located some library sources. Now you will write an introduction to your persuasive essay and include your thesis statement at the end of the paragraph.

By the due date assigned, post your introduction with thesis statement to the Discussion Area. Then, by the end of the week, comment on at least two of your classmates' submissions.

In drafting the introduction, think of an engaging way to open the essay. How will you interest the reader in your topic? Will you begin with a focusing question or a brief scene to grab the reader’s attention? After your opening, you will introduce the topic and give background information, working your way down to the thesis statement, which is your position on the problem and the main point of your essay. The thesis might focus on the causes of the problem or a possible solution to the problem.

Assignment Guidelines:

Write an introduction to your persuasive essay. You may open the paper by using techniques such as narrating an experience, using an example, asking a question, or simply describing the problem. Engage your readers and help them understand the importance of the issue. Include your thesis statement at the end of your introduction. Your introduction should be at least 200 words, and you should use APA style guidelines to cite any borrowed material. Please be sure to read all lecture materials and textbook chapters before completing this assignment.

You may select an issue that is important to your community, city, or state. The issue you select should be important to the place and people. For example, you may want to address the causes of a specific type of problem that affects an area or a group of people where you live, or you may want to offer a solution to the problem.

1. Give the topic or issue you will research.
2. Give the place (community, city, state) and the people affected.
3. Explain how the issue is problematic. Can reasonable people agree or disagree about the concern?
4. Explain how the issue is significant. Is the problem important enough to need further understanding?
5. Explain why the issue interests you personally. Do you have personal concerns