2. Read (or reread) the articles that are most relevant to your topic and issue. Write down important facts / statistics / expert opinions to use as evidence in your letter. REMEMBER TO READ and CONSIDER ARTICLES WITH OPPOSING VIEWS. Collect evidence to use in making your counterarguments.
3. If necessary, conduct additional research. Only use reputable sources such as well known news publications (MSNBC, CNN, BBC, CBS, UT San Diego). Be very cautious of blogs. KEEP TRACK OF THE ARTICLES THAT YOU FIND AND INTEND TO USE. You will be turning in a bibliography of sources with your letter.
4. Read some examples of persuasive letters by viewing the links below. Notice their structure and format. See if you can identify the main claim and subclaims.
- Annotated Persuasive Letter Sample
- Letter to Employer
- Letter to City Council
- Support the Troops
- PE/Extra Curricular Sports
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