In Class Writing On Op-ed Scripts

I) Choose topic:

Look over your three essays for a topic that may become a persuasive piece.
or
Use more or more of the following essay stems:
I care about
One thing that makes me mad is
If I could change one thing about X it would be Y.
If everyone would just X , the world would be a better place.
I hate it when people X.

II) Write about your topic:

III) In your group, discuss:
What do I want my audience to do or not do (purpose, argument)?

Who do I want to convince specifically (audience)? The answer can’t be everyone because you only have 2-3 minutes.