Grade 9 Writing Prompt Worksheets:
Persuasive Writing – Your school is considering eliminating its sports program.
Writing to Persuade – Childhood obesity is a growing problem in this country. In an attempt to curtail it, a large faction of your community is calling for soda machines to be removed from schools.
Cartoon Captions – Think about the issue. Do you think the driving age should remain at 16? Or do you agree that it should be raised to 18?
Trump That! – Based on your understanding of the immigration issues in this country, do you think that Trump's proposed wall would solve the problems? Why or why not?
Shorter School Weeks? – Some states are considering passing a law that will shorten the school week to four days instead of five.
Career Advancement – What is the most important factor to consider when choosing a career path? Is it money?
Influencers – What is the most important factor to consider when choosing a career path? Is it money?
Promise Breakers – Select one of the writing prompts. Write an expository essay that explains the statement.
Citizenship – There are many people living and working in the United States who do not speak English.
Be Persuasive – Your friend is a talented athlete, and college scouts are watching him.
Mr. Excitement! – History is your favorite subject, and normally you would look forward to history class. Your teacher is a bore though.
Appearance Smasher – " Your best friend wants to make a statement about his individuality, and is considering making a change in his appearance with a new hairstyle, a tattoo, or a body piercing.
Curriculum Change – Do you think that the classes that you take in school prepare you for the challenges that you will face in the real world?
The Giver and Fahrenheit 451 – In Lois Lowry's novel The Giver, a community has decided to erase everyone's memories and feelings, in order to have a safer and more orderly life. Explain the pros and cons of this decision.
Divorce and Kids – Imagine that your parents are getting a divorce. Right now, tensions and emotions are running high, and it is difficult for you to be at home.
Get FREE English Worksheets In Your Email
