Your task is to write an essay about whether magic exists or noy. In your opinion, does it? If so, be careful because your own beliefs and biases can influence your preception or reality. Instead, you should write an essay asking readers to consider whether magic exists.

This will allow you to present a persuasive argument that’s both engaging and relevant to your readers. It will also help you to avoid coming down on a particular side of the argument, which is especially important if you have conflicted feelings about the topic. 

Before you begin writing, however, you’ll need to do some research. Firstly, you should go here to learn more about writing a persuasive essay.  Secondly, you’ll need to find anecdotal evidence that supports your argument and counters the opposing viewpoint. You’ll also need hard data to back up your claim that readers should consider the topic.

The structure of your essay will mirror the strategy you use to present your argument. The most persuasive essays include the following sections:

• Introduction: This section introduces the topic and establishes the tone of the essay.


• Priority: In this section, you identify the issue that you’ll be discussing.


• Body: This is the main section of your essay. Here, you’ll present evidence and reasoning that supports your argument.


• Conclusion: In this section, you summarize your argument and express confidence that you’ve achieved your goals.


• References: Unlike an academic paper, a persuasive essay doesn’t require a bibliography or citations. Instead, simply list the sources you used to write your essay.

How to write the introduction

The introduction establishes the tone and sets the stage for the rest of the essay. It should entice your reader to continue reading your argument. Consider using one of the following introductions:

• Cautionary: Use this introduction if you believe that magic is potent but potentially dangerous.


• Speculative: Use this introduction if you believe that magic exists and can be harnessed by people.


• Positive: Use this introduction if you believe that magic can help people as well as harm them.


• Personal: Use this introduction if you have a personal connection to the topic (i.e. you’ve experienced magic yourself).

How to write the body of your essay

The bulk of your essay will be composed of supporting material. These sections will provide the evidence and reasoning that highlights the importance or significance of your topic. Here are a few examples of body sections:

• A detailed account or story that illustrates your point of view.


• A comparative analysis of two or more subjects that highlights a contrast between them.


• A list of reasons or explanations for a phenomenon.  


• A description of a scenario that demonstrates your point.

How to write the conclusion

The final section of your essay should summarize the information presented in the body and the argumentation presented in the priority section. The conclusion should remind your reader of all the important concepts presented in the essay, such as:

• Who is most likely to use magic?


• What effects does magic have on the world?


• Why is it important to discuss magic?


• How would your life change if magic became a reality?


• What would you do if you encountered magic?

The structure and content of your conclusion should vary based on the type of essay you’ve written.

As you've written a persuasive essay, your conclusion will serve to provoke your reader into action.

Finally, remember that writing an essay is a skill that takes time and practice to be perfect. So, if you don’t get a perfect score the first time around, don’t beat yourself up about it! Just chalk it up to experience and get ready to work even harder next time.