6th Grade ELA period 2-2nd Period

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Argumentative Essay

In “Shiloh” by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, Marty must make a difficult decision about whether Shiloh should stay with him or return to his owner, Judd Travers.
Write an argumentative essay explaining whether Marty made the right choice about Shiloh. Take a clear position and argue why you believe his decision was right or wrong.
Be sure to:
Clearly state your opinion (claim) in the introduction
Use details and events from the story to support your argument
Explain how your evidence supports your opinion
Include a conclusion that restates your opinion
Your goal is to convince the reader that your opinion is correct using evidence from the story.