What do you think you would like to write for your short persuasive essay?

I think a good topic for my persuasive essay would be "the influence of social media on people's reactions to posts".

This is an interesting area because it reflects how individuals respond emotionally and intellectually/ unintellectually to content they encounter online, often influenced by trends, likes and comments.

What do you think the most important part of making an argument is?

The most important part of making an argument is presenting clear concise evidence to support the stance. In the case of social media influence, the essay should include studies, real-life examples, and data on how social media engagement metrics (likes/shares/comments) impact users' opinions and actions.

How does learning how to read critically help you to write arguments?

Learning how to read critically helps writing arguments, by allowing myself as the writer to discern biases, analyze sources for credibility and avoid common mistakes in reasoning. Reading as a skill helps to evaluate information objectively and strengthens the argument. What's your response?