Who was more convincing, Baldwin or Buckley?
What is Persuasive Writing?
Persuasive writing promotes critical thinking because it forces you to take a stand and defend your position on
a topic. For this assignment you will develop a persuasive essay on a topic: Who was more convincing,
Baldwin or Buckley? Keep in mind that the purpose of a persuasive essay is not just to share information.
You want to convince someone else to adopt your opinion. An effective persuasive essay does the following:
● States your opinion, or point of view, about the topic
● Provides convincing support for your opinion
● Provides convincing evidence that denounces any opposing arguments
● Often appeals to the reader’s emotions