POST-ASSESSMENT, ARGUMENT WRITING PARAGRAPH
By the end of class, you will be able to... design a persuasive paragraph as textual analysis
Let's Get Started! Please follow the directions below. Please remember to skip lines as you write.
Instructions:
Read the selection, "Red Jacket Defends Native American Religion, 1805".
Respond to the following prompt in a well-crafted paragraph (see requirements below and rubric).
PROMPT: Does Red Jacket effectively defend Native American religion?
Your paragraph should:
1. Begin with a topic sentence that makes a persuasive claim.
2. Include multiple reasons supporting the claim.
3. Support each reason with evidence in the form of a quotation or specific example.
4. Pose and evaluate the counterclaim
5. Conclude with a persuasive statement to disprove the counterclaim and reinforce your claim.
You will be given a print copy of the rubric. Please put your name on it. When you are done writing your argument paragraph, please staple the rubric on top of your writing.