The following are some tips to consider when writing your persuasive paper. 1. Don’t write about your writing. Don’t say “I think,” “I believe,” or “I feel.” These phrases weaken your argument. Instead, write matter of factly. Jump straight into your statement to show your confidence. Example: I think that Snowball’s name symbolizes innocence because snow is white and pure. Turns to: Snowball’s name symbolizes innocence because snow is white and pure. 2. Don’t start a sentence with “this” or “it.” Usually these sentences can be combined to the previous one with “which” or “that” to make a more complex statement. If that won’t work, try re-phrasing your sentence to delete these words. Example: It (lighting) makes it feel very romantic which I believe was what it was intended to be. Turns to: The lighting casts a romantic feel on the scene as Shakespeare intended. 3. How many times do you use “and”? Try to delete the unnecessary “ands” from your paper. Example: When Romeo and Juliet fall into the pool, they begin kissing and they get very into it. Turns to: When Romeo and Juliet fall into the pool, they begin kissing, getting very into it. 4. Word Choice. Check for boring phrases and words… replace them! Example: When Romeo and Juliet fall into the pool, they begin kissing, getting very into it. Turns to: When Romeo and Juliet fall into the pool, they begin kissing, becoming passionate. Specifically… look for the following words/phrases and either delete them or choose a vivid replacement. Thing Good Bad Very Really Got 5. Do not use “you” in a formal paper. This is often a “lazy” form of writing that more closely resembles how we speak, which makes it too informal for most school papers. Rewrite your sentences to delete “you” and “your.” Example: Gay marriage won't hurt you. Turns to: Gay marriage won't hurt those who oppose it. - The second sentence is more specific.
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