I think the most strongest traits in a persuasive essay: is organization, a voice, and word choice.
Usually when you write an essay, the first and last paragraphs adress the counter claim. but in this case i think it is paragraphs 3 and 4.
First statement: 3. conflict
second statement: 5.setting
third statement: 2.characters
fourth statement: 4.theme
last statement: 1.plot