Persuasive+Essay

1. Create a new page called "Persuasive Essay." 2. Type your essay onto this page. 3. Begin the revision process below
 * Writing Workshop #1: Revision **

Your thesis is that Tom Robinson is innocent. Re-read your essay. Locate any parts that do not work to prove his innocence. For example, if you change focus and mention that Bob might be guilty, take that part out! Your goal is only to prove Tom's innocence. At the end of your essay, reflect: are you convincing?
 * Thesis**

Overall: Are your three supports in order from weakest to strongest? You should save your strongest support for last. Within each paragraph: Does your evidence follow a logical order? Make sure you do not jump around.
 * Organization**

Make sure each paragraph has a clear topic sentence. When you find the topic sentence of each paragraph, highlight it. Every sentence within that paragraph needs to tie to the topic sentence.
 * Topic Sentences**

Review each of your supports. Is there sufficient explanation of each that will convince your reader and clarify any remaining questions? Add any additional details, examples, or explanations needed.
 * Support**

Find a partner. Read your essay out loud to that person. This will help you catch awkward wording. Then, have your partner read your paper out loud to you. Listen carefully. Check for flow within your essay and any words/phrases that detract from the flow.
 * Grammar and Mechanics**