2. The OREO Process
O = Opinion
R = Reasons
E = Evidence/Examples
O = Opinion (again)
3. Persuasive Phrases
• I am writing to..
• We can solve this by…
• I believe that…
• What would happen if…
• Do you realize…
• I challenge…
• A friend of mine says…
• Are you interested in…
• If you continue to think this way,…
4. A Sample Opinion
Opinion: I believe that all
students should wear
uniforms.
Not an Opinion: I want to
work on making our
playground better.
(This is a STATEMENT)
5. What does Persuade Mean?
• A means of convincing
people.
– To buy a certain product
– To believe something
– To act a certain way
– To agree with a point of
view
6. Let’s Get Started!
O: Opinion
– State your thoughts and
feelings about a certain
topic.
– Make sure you feel
strongly enough to pick a
side and stay with it!
7. Pick a Side
• School Uniforms- Yes or
No?
• Installing a snack
machine for students-
Why or Why Not?
• Should I read your
favorite book? Why or
Why Not?
• Cancel Recess? Why or
Why Not?
8. KEEP GOING!
R: Reasons
– Now that you have
chosen a side, give your
reasons!
– A good persuasive paper
would have at least
three reasons!
Topic: School Uniforms:
Reasons:
1.
2.
3.
9. NEXT!
E: Examples
– You now have your reasons
for believing in your topic.
– Give me examples of why I
should agree with you.
– WHAT SUPPORTS YOUR
AGUEMENT!
10. What Could Your Examples Be?
• Use BIG names.
– Former U.S. president Bill
Clinton thinks that junk
food should be taken out
of vending machines.
• Logos
– Facts, numbers and
information can be very
convincing!
– Example: A Snickers bar
has 280 calories and 30
grams of sugar. That’s not
very healthy.
• Use Emotion!
– Example: This is the most
enjoyable book I have
ever read!
• Relate to others.
– Example: Believe me! I’ve
been there before. I’m
just like you.
