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課程筆記 What argue and persuade mean To argue is to present reasons for a viewpoint; to persuade is to move the reader to agree or act. Exam tasks include articles, speeches and letters on topics such as homework, social media, or the environment. You need a clear viewpoint and a sense of audience (the person or group you are writing to). Build the reasoning Build the reasoning Part Original example Viewpoint Trial more outdoor lessons Reason A real habitat can support observation Alternative Weather may disrupt the plan Response Prepare an accessible indoor alternative
Techniques (use the acronym DAFOREST) An acronym such as DAFOREST is a memory aid for possible choices, not an assessment checklist. Direct address, anecdotes, evidence, opinion, rhetorical questions, emotive language and triplets can work when relevant. Repetition, contrast, hyperbole and imperatives can shape an appeal. Distinguish a counter-argument from its rebuttal. Check factual evidence rather than inventing surveys or treating anecdotes as representative samples. Check the support Check the support Evidence offered Question to ask A recent survey says 80% Which survey, sample and date? Everyone knows What evidence supports the claim? One person’s experience Does it represent others? An identifiable study Are its methods and context relevant?
Structure Use a clear opening, connected developed points and a purposeful conclusion. Address alternatives where useful. A call to action is appropriate for some tasks; a supported judgement may suit others. Use connectives : "Furthermore", "However", "Therefore", "Above all". Addressing an audience Tone and register Choose register and tone for the actual relationship, purpose and situation. A speech to students can be serious or conversational; a formal letter normally uses suitable formal language. Confidence should come from clear reasoning rather than unsupported certainty. 投影片 Sign up free to view the lesson slides
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練習題 免費預覽——34 題中的 8 題。註冊即可查看全部。 1. What is the purpose of persuasive writing?
Easy A to convince the readerB to describe a placeC to tell a storyD to give a recipe2. What is direct address?
Easy A a form of rhymeB a spellingC a verbD speaking to the reader as 'you'3. What is an anecdote?
Easy A a quotationB a listC a short account of an incident, often personalD a statistic4. Which is a checkable factual claim rather than an evaluative opinion?
Easy A Swimming is fun.B About 71% of Earth’s surface is covered by water.C The ocean is lovely.D Beaches are best.5. Which is an imperative?
Easy A Join us today!B We join today.C They joined.D Joining is fun.6. Why use emotive language?
Easy A to be neutralB to give statisticsC to avoid opinionsD to appeal to feelings7. Which is the best formal connective?
Easy A AnywayB Also, likeC FurthermoreD Plus8. What is a counter-argument?
Easy A a typoB the opposing viewC the introductionD a list更多題目 9. Which opening hooks the reader?
Easy A How can a school help pupils who arrive too hungry to concentrate?B I am writing about hunger.C This article is about food.D Hunger exists.10. Which is a rule of three?
Easy A quick and quietB quickC quick, quietD quick, quiet and clever11. Which sentence addresses the counter-argument best?
Medium A Homework is good.B Some people say things.C Some say homework builds habits; a balanced policy could retain useful practice while limiting unnecessary repetition.D Homework is bad.12. Which combination usually suits a formal letter to a headteacher?
Medium A sarcasticB a formal register and a polite, firm toneC chatty slangD rude13. Which style could suit a school speech encouraging participation in a campaign?
Medium A lively and directB legal and coldC silentD confusing14. What should the conclusion do?
Medium A start a new topicB list new factsC apologiseD draw the argument together and propose action when appropriate15. What is hyperbole?
Medium A a listB a comparisonC deliberate exaggerationD a statistic16. Which description offers the strongest basis for evaluating a statistical claim?
Medium A a personal impression presented as a population factB a relevant, identifiable study with its date, sample and methods availableC an unexplained percentage described only as a recent surveyD a slogan stating that everyone agrees17. Why use repetition in a speech?
Medium A to emphasise a key ideaB to waste timeC to confuseD to avoid facts18. Which paragraph is best organised?
Medium A a list of random thoughtsB a long quotationC no topic sentenceD A clear topic sentence, evidence, explanation and a link to the argument19. Which technique makes the reader feel part of the argument?
Medium A a list of datesB footnotesC 'we' and 'our'D passive voice20. 'If we do nothing, our children will inherit the consequences.' Which device is used?
Medium A a punB emotive appealC onomatopoeiaD alliteration21. Which is an effective call to action?
Medium A Sign the petition today and make your voice count.B Maybe think about it.C It is a petition.D I do not mind.22. What does 'audience' mean in persuasive writing?
Easy A the fontB the lengthC the titleD the person or group you write for23. Which is a better opening for an article on school uniform?
Easy A Uniform is a thing.B I will write about uniform.C Should teenagers really be told what to wear for seven hours a day?D This is about uniform.24. Why plan an argument?
Medium A it is not neededB to organise points logicallyC to waste timeD to copy25. Which connective introduces a contrast?
Medium A HoweverB FurthermoreC MoreoverD Similarly26. Which should you avoid in a persuasive text?
Medium A evidenceB a conclusionC a clear viewpointD insulting the opposing view27. A persuasive text should have a clear viewpoint.
Easy True or false?
28. A counter-argument can strengthen your case.
Easy True or false?
29. Persuasive writing never uses facts.
Easy True or false?
30. A rhetorical question expects a spoken answer.
Easy True or false?
31. A conclusion should introduce new unrelated ideas.
Medium True or false?
32. Which are persuasive techniques?
Medium A rhetorical questionsB tripletsC direct addressD unrelated decorative footnotesE statistics33. Which options can help close a persuasive piece when relevant to its purpose?
Medium A restating your viewpointB a call to actionC a final memorable image or lineD new unrelated evidenceE an apology34. Write two sentences from a speech arguing that schools should start later in the morning. Use a rhetorical question and a triplet.
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