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Free 9th Grade Persuasive Writing Worksheets

3 free persuasive writing resources for 9th Grade: 3 worksheets. Answers included.

Opinions, arguments and persuasive techniques. 9th grade students solve more complex equations, work with linear graphs, meet Pythagoras' theorem and trigonometry, and expand binomials.

Students will practice: constructing a nuanced contention; developing arguments with reasoning and evidence; using concession and rebuttal strategically; sustaining an authoritative persuasive voice; writing a clear, arguable contention; structuring body paragraphs using TEEL (topic sentence, explanation, evidence, link); anticipating a counter-argument and writing an effective rebuttal; planning an essay so arguments are ordered for impact.

Recommended learning path

  1. 1Is Social Media Doing More Harm Than Good? — Persuasive Writing
  2. 2Planning an Argumentative Essay: TEEL, Counter-Argument and Rebuttal
  3. 3Persuasive Language Devices: Rhetorical Questions, Rule of Three and More
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Worksheets

Printable practice with an answer sheet.

  • Worksheet

    Planning an Argumentative Essay: TEEL, Counter-Argument and Rebuttal

    A step-by-step planning worksheet for an argumentative essay on whether learning a second language should be compulsory at secondary…

    Difficulty
    Level 2 · Standard
    Time
    45 min
    Questions
    19 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
  • Worksheet

    Persuasive Language Devices: Rhetorical Questions, Rule of Three and More

    Students learn to spot and use the persuasive devices that make an argument memorable: rhetorical questions, inclusive language, emotive…

    Difficulty
    Level 2 · Standard
    Time
    35 min
    Questions
    14 questions
    Answers
    Answers included

Writing Prompts

Prompts with planning space and success criteria.

  • Writing Prompt

    Is Social Media Doing More Harm Than Good? — Persuasive Writing

    A test-style persuasive prompt for 9th grade on the effects of social media on teenagers. Students analyze sophisticated persuasive…

    Difficulty
    Level 3 · Challenge
    Time
    45 min
    Questions
    8 questions
    Answers
    Answers included

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Common questions

What do 9th Grade students learn about persuasive writing?

Opinions, arguments and persuasive techniques. At 9th Grade, our resources focus on: constructing a nuanced contention; developing arguments with reasoning and evidence; using concession and rebuttal strategically; sustaining an authoritative persuasive voice.

Where should we start?

Start with the Level 1 or Level 2 worksheet, then move up a level. Finish with the topic test if there is one.

Are answers included?

Yes — every worksheet has an answer sheet. Maths answer sheets show the working; English tasks include model answers or success criteria.

How to use these resources

  1. Spend five minutes planning before writing.
  2. Use the success criteria as a checklist when editing.
  3. Compare the model opening with your child's opening — what makes each one work?

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