Persuasive Writing: Editorials on Zoos

Zoos and aquariums play a crucial role in protecting endangered species, supporting animal welfare, and conducting research.

A significant decline in the variety of species, primarily due to human activities, posing a threat to ecological systems.

Zoos and aquariums use breeding programs to increase the population of endangered species for reintroduction into their natural habitats.

Zoos and aquariums rescue, treat, and help injured animals return to the wild.

An organization that promotes conservation and animal welfare in zoos and aquariums globally.

Species at risk of extinction due to a variety of factors, often including human activity.

A report published by the UN highlighting the biodiversity crisis and its severity.

Zoos and aquariums collaborate with scientific institutions to study and treat wildlife diseases, which threatens many species' survival.

Writing that aims to convince the audience of a certain view or opinion on a topic.

The group of people the writer is trying to convince with their writing.

A piece of writing expressing a view or opinion on a particular issue.

A direct request to the audience to perform a particular action.

Words with strong connotations, going beyond their basic dictionary meaning.

A statement of position, opinion, or belief.

Analyzing information objectively and evaluating it for its merits; asking questions.

Supporting explanations for a stated position.

A statement explaining why a claim is made. Requires distinct reasons, typically two or three.

Supporting details used to prove a reason, including facts, examples, statistics, and expert opinions.

A statement that can be proven, from reliable sources.

Statements from experts, often quoted directly.

Facts expressed numerically, such as percentages.

A statement of meaning, clarification or expressing your point of view.

A particular type or instance used as an illustration.

Providing clear reasons and evidence to strengthen arguments, one paragraph per strong reason.

A short, true story used to introduce personal experiences or observations.

Using feelings (fear, hope, etc.) to persuade, but use sparingly.

An opposing viewpoint to your own.

To show a weakness or limitation in an opposing viewpoint using logic and evidence.

Words or phrases connecting ideas to guide the reader.

A professional and unbiased approach in writing to gain respect.

A final urging to the reader for a specific response or step.

Words with strong emotional connotations, use with caution.

Understanding your reader's perspective and needs before writing. Considering how their views affect acceptance of your argument.

Evaluating reasons, evidence and counterarguments to build a strong position. Identifying any weak points in your claim or opposing viewpoint.

Connecting your reasons directly to your main point (claim).

Using specific examples, facts, statistics, and quotes from reliable sources to support your reasons.

Organizing the body of your essay by creating topic sentences and supporting evidence for each reason.

Writing a clear and focused essay to maintain reader engagement and stay on track.

Assessing how much your target audience already understands about the subject and the potential gaps in their knowledge.

Anticipating and addressing opposing viewpoints to strengthen your argument.

A clear statement of your opinion or viewpoint in persuasive writing.

Supporting facts, details, examples, or quotes used to prove your reason.

Clear, logical explanations that directly support your claim.

Arranging ideas in a clear and structured way to support your claim.

Addressing and refuting opposing viewpoints.

Strong evidence to support your reasons, avoiding emotion rather than logic.

First section drawing reader attention with your claim and reasons.

Ending section restating your claim and urging action.