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Discussion Text

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What is the purpose of a discussion text?

To persuade

To clarify

To inform

To entertain

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It is expected that the reader has prior knowledge of the topic.

False

True

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A discussion text is very similar to a persuasive text.

True

False

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Both sides of the arguments MUST be provided in an unbiased manner.

True

False

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Providing evidence from reliable sources is optional.

False

True

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Your audience may or may not have an interest in the topic.

True

False

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The introductory paragraph should include...

a statement of issue

provide a brief overview of the differing views and opinions

All of the above

briefly introduce the for and against arguments

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You MUST NOT provide your opinion in the text.

False

True

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We mainly use the __________ tense in discussion texts.

present simple

past simple

present perfect

present continuous

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Firstly, secondly, and finally are examples of _______________ words.

signalling

time sequence

None of the above

contrasting

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"School uniforms should be banned". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.

Hooray! / Good Try :(

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"Screen time for children should be limited to 30 minutes per day". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.

Hooray! / Good Try :(

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"Should children be allowed to own pets?". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.

Hooray! / Good Try :(

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"Should school start earlier?". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.

Hooray! / Good Try :(

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"Should homework be banned?". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.

Hooray! / Good Try :(

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"Should swimming lessons be free for all children?". Provide 1 FOR and 1 AGAINST reason in 30 seconds.

Hooray! / Good Try :(

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