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Where do you get your writing ideas?
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Pro-con Essay: Writing
Remember - your first draft doesn't have to be perfect. You can take time to revise later.
Use a pro-con essay template to create your first draft.
1. Beginning
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Capture the reader's attention.
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Write an opinion statement that sums up the pros and cons of your topic.
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2. Middle
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Write the pro part, examining the benefits.
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Write the con part, examining the drawbacks.
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3. Ending
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Sum up your evaluation of the topic.
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Leave the reader with something to think about.
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Students—
Read the winning short story!
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 Use the glossary to help find the meaning of literary words and writing terms that will help you think and talk about writing.
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To edit your writing well, you need to understand the rules. This library of quick, animated grammar lessons...
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