3 free persuasive writing resources for 8th Grade: 3 worksheets. Answers included.
Opinions, arguments and persuasive techniques. 8th grade extends algebra to expanding brackets and two-step equations, adds percentages increase and decrease, ratio and rates, index laws and congruence.
Students will practice: writing a precise, arguable claim; choosing relevant evidence and explaining it; acknowledging and rebutting a counterargument; using logical transitions; writing a conclusion that explains why the issue matters; stating a counterclaim fairly and accurately; conceding a valid point; refuting a counterclaim with evidence and reasoning.
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Opinions, arguments and persuasive techniques. At 8th Grade, our resources focus on: writing a precise, arguable claim; choosing relevant evidence and explaining it; acknowledging and rebutting a counterargument; using logical transitions.
Start with the Level 1 or Level 2 worksheet, then move up a level. Finish with the topic test if there is one.
Yes — every worksheet has an answer sheet. Maths answer sheets show the working; English tasks include model answers or success criteria.
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