Response to Persuasive Text
Planning Sheet
Paragraph 1: Write an interesting opening that identifies the source, form of persuasion intended audience, and the claim the text is making.
Source (includes title, author as well as where/when published):
Form of persuasion:
Intended audience:
Claim:
Paragraph 2: Provide examples of why you believe the claim is or is not justified based on your ability to locate information.
Is the claim supported?
Examples (information, etc.) from the text that supports the claim OR that does not support the claim.
Paragraph 3: Analyze the writer's reasoning and identify how the information constructs support and/or is misleading.
Strategies used:
How does the information construct support OR how does it mislead the audience?
Paragraph 4: Write a conclusion that evaluates the effectiveness of the persuasive piece.
How effective was this piece?
Reasons for your answer: