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Writing L4 Persuasive and Argumentative Writing

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  • What is this an example of Opinion, Persuasive or argument?
    Argument
  • What is a counterclaim?
    The opposing side
  • Why does the scale have only one side in this image to describe opinion?
    Opinion only deals with one sided views
  • Persuasive writing relies on this to convince the reader? Emotions or facts
    Emotions
  • On the other hand, some people argue that wearing a uniform will take away their unique identity. However, a person's identity is not merely in the clothes they wear. It is found in their language, stories and food." Claim or counterclaim
    No, it's a counterclaim.
  • Define opinion?
    It's a person's belief, thoughts, feelings about a topic.
  • What is the antonym for claim?
    Counterclaim
  • Argumentative Writing must be backed by Emotions. True or False
    False
  • "to begin with" "furthermore", "however" are examples of connectives. True or false?
    True
  • Argumentative writing must be backed by evidence. True or false?
    True
  • What are some ways to provide evidence to back support your claim?
    Provide facts, statistics, research data from Universities and scientists, expert quotes.
  • " Many people argue that animal testing is cruel. In some cases, it is true. However, it would be much more cruel to test on humans. " Is this a claim or counterclaim?
    counterclaim
  • While writing a balanced argument, where will you state your side and opinion?
    In the conclusion
  • "I think climate change is real. I can see the effects of pollution all around me in terms of the weather." IS this an opinion, persuasive or argumentative statement.
    Opinion
  • What is a synonym for Persuade?
    Convince
  • Why is the scale almost balanced in Argumentative writing? Because we look at both sides or 1 side only
    We look at both sides.
  • What are questions which are asked for effect and to make the reader think called?
    Rhetorical Questions
  • "Say “climate change” and see how most people react. Many people quietly glaze over and switch off. So here’s the first point: Don’t switch off. Climate change isn’t just words. " Is this Opinion, Persuasive or argumentative statement?
    Persuasive
  • Between Persuasive and Argumentative writing - which would be more aggressive and will try to change your mind?
    Persuasive writing
  • How can you get facts and statistics to support your claim?
    Through research