Write for several minutes about your purpose for writing this essay. The following questions will help you think about your purpose: What do I hope to accomplish with my readers? What one big idea do...

Write for several minutes about your purpose for writing this essay. The following questions will help you think about your purpose: What do I hope to accomplish with my readers? What one big idea do I want them to grasp and remember? How can I interest readers in my subject? How can I help them see its importance or significance? How much resistance should I expect from readers to each of the causes or effects I propose? Will my readers be largely receptive?