Subtle differences in writing argument and persuasive: starting points and viewpoints.
Before writing an argument, you research a topic and then choose a side. With persuasive, you select a topic (e.g. abortion, taxes) and your side. The key difference: RESEARCH.
The viewpoint in each type of writing are different, too. It’s broader in argument writing. You include multiple perspectives and then you counter them. With persuasive, the viewpoint is more narrow. Mainly, you present one side of the issue. You may include an opposing view, but you dismiss is quickly.
Are TV ads examples of arguments or persuasion?
Are they effective?
Hmmm…Duh!
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