I. Introduction
 

1. Attention
2. Background info (time, place, context)
3. State 3 topics: A, B, C – State the Big Question Clearly


II. Topic A – facts which are least supportive of your position

1.
CON PRO
2.
3.
4.
5.

Clincher

III. Topic B – balanced, with facts supportive of both sides
 

1.
CON PRO
2.
3.
4.
5.

Clincher

IV. Topic C – facts which most strongly support your position
 

1.
PRO
2.
3.
4.
5.

Clincher

V. Conclusion
 

1. Relate 3 Topics, but...
2. Argue: Discredit evidence against your position
3. Answer question authoritatively & definitively

This New Model for the Persuasive Essay developed by Andrew Pudewa

and the Institute for Excellence in Writing.  Used by permission.  (This copy formatted by The Brothers Iannucci.)