The Power of Persuasion · Informational Writing

Constructing Argumentative Essays

Synthesizing multiple sources to create a coherent and evidence-based written argument.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does a strong counterclaim actually strengthen the writer's original position?
  2. 2What criteria should be used to determine the reliability of a digital source?
  3. 3How does the transition between paragraphs signal the logical progression of an idea?

Common Core State Standards

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.1CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.1.a
Grade: 9th Grade
Subject: English Language Arts
Unit: The Power of Persuasion
Period: Informational Writing

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