Persuasive Letter Checklist

PERSUASIVE LETTER CHECKLIST

NAME: _________________________________________ DATE: _______________

YES

Was your letter addressed to a specific individual or

audience?

At the beginning of the letter, did you clearly state your

position or opinion?

Did you include at least three pieces of evidence to support

your position?

Did you use persuasive verbs?

Did you use transitional words to indicate order (e.g., first,

second, next, finally)?

Did you anticipate arguments against your position and did

you include one or more counter-arguments?

Did you summarize your viewpoint?

Taken from: A Guide to Effective Literacy Instruction, Grades 4 to 6, Volume Six (Writing)

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