Project Summary: Persuasion / Argumentation Essay Directions- Choose one of the topic prompts below and compose a five paragraph essay (of 600 to 700 words). Make sure that your essay has the following elements: Introduction Paragraph Hook Background (info about the issue you will be dealing with) Thesis (That clearly responds to the actual topic you chose from the list below) Body Paragraphs (at least three paragraphs, each of which has) A Topic Sentence Supporting sentences Conclusion Paragraph Re-stated Thesis Respond to one of the following Topics: 1- Does violence in the media / entertainment industry (TV, Movies, Video Games) influence children negatively? Why? Why not? 2- With all of the current turmoil in the US regarding gun violence, what can be done to alleviate it? 3- Why do you think there is so much violence in the media / entertainment industry today?