Persuasive Essay on Fracking
Persuasive writing causes a change in thought or opinion. In this module, you will view a video that suggests both affirmative and negative positions. Then, you will develop an essay with a strong, persuasive viewpoint pertaining to the subject of the video.Please note that this module is designed to develop your persuasive writing skills, not to encourage any particular viewpoint on the issue. Your grade will be based solely on your writing ability, regardless of which side of the issue you choose. Watch the video below, and begin to consider your position on fracking. Develop research questions and begin locating additional reliable resources in preparation for your persuasive essay on fracking.
“Fracking: Opportunity or Danger”
Length and Formatting Requirements
One to three pages (750 to 1200 words), double spaced
Times New Roman, 12-point font
Works Cited page
In-text citations
Content Requirements
Organization of essay:
Introduction: The introduction should include a thesis statement that conveys the issues and states your position on the topic.
Body: Support your position with evidence from reliable resources. Remember, you must cite information from commentaries and research.
Conclusion: Conclude your paper with a summation of your position and purpose.
Criteria for writing this essay:
Persuade your reader that your position is best.
View and analyze the information in the fracking video.
Provide a variety of reliable resources that specifically relate to the topic and your position.
Develop your topic and argument logically and cohesively.
FOUR QUESTIONS TO HELP with the topic:
1. what is the historic background, what is the process of fracking?
2. what are the benefits of fracking?
3. what are the negatives, the dangers areas in the environment?
4. what are the reunification for future research, how this impact you or the government?