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Writing ■ Developing the First Draft
Beginning ■ Begin your editorial with a paragraph that grabs the reader’s attention and includes your opinion statement. Notice how Aidan starts his editorial with a question about the topic.
Aidan’s Beginning
Middle ■ Next, write body paragraphs that build your argument in a logical way, address the opposing point of view.
Helpful Hint
Your writing voice should sound confident but not arrogant. Be polite when addressing and countering the other side of the argument.