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1. Write down the topic or prompt in your own words.

Do you think that vigilante superheroes are good child role models? Why not, or why?
Topic/Prompt

2. Write down two different possible opinions about the topic or prompt. Then, write as
many reasons or examples as you can for each opinion.

Opinion 1 Opinion 2
Vigilante superheroes are bad role models for Vigilante superheroes are good role models for
children. children.

Reasons/Examples Reasons/Examples

• •
reinforces children’s violent behavior. Encouraging good values

it may threaten the safety of the child.

• • Imagination stimulation
It could make the child paranoid
• • Inspires confidence

• • Offers hope

• •
Has an excellent shelf life

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3. Decide which opinion you could argue most convincingly. Now, sum that idea up in a single,
clear sentence. This is your thesis statement.
Thesis Statement
Vigilante superheroes are bad role models for children. They reinforce children’s violent behavior. Also,
it may threaten the safety of the child. And in some cases, It could make the child paranoid. Vigilante
superheroes are bad role models for children.

Persuasive Essay: Selecting a Thesis

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