Based on all of the information you have gathered about global warming you should now be able to clearly communicate your thoughts on the matter Although you will summarize your thoughts in your own words for this first draft essay you should often support your opinions by referring to the resources that you found during your research Just as the scientists who study global warming have varying opinions so will the students in your class Any conclusion can be valid as long as you support your conclusion with your research Now write an essay with a minimum of five full paragraphs that expresses your opinions and persuades your reader to feel the same way Try to organize your essay effectively so that it is focused on the ideas that are central to your argument Also try to maintain a formal tone that balances the persuasive nature of your argument with an objective nonbiased approach that makes your piece credible believable Be sure to a Use scientific reasoning to explain why your opinions are valid b Explain why opposing opinions and reasoning are not as convincing c Cite at least three excerpts or quotations from at least three different resources from your research that support your conclusions d Use mathematical data where appropriate