Persuasive Texts

Open with a/an _________ of the issue being addressed.

A reason or reasons why you support or oppose an idea or suggestion, or the process of explaining these reasons.

Repetition is the process of repeating certain words or phrases in order to make an idea less memorable and clear.

A ________ is an opening statement (which is usually the first sentence) in an essay that attempts to grab the reader's attention so that they want to read on.

Rhetorical questions are used to emphasise a point where the answer to the question is obvious.

A persuasive text presents a point of view around a topic or theme that is backed by evidence to support it.

State your position on the ______.

A ______ statement summarizes the primary argument of your essay and foreshadows the major points you are going to make.

A persuasive essay usually contains five paragraphs, including the introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion.

________ is often used to persuade an audience to feel a certain way.

_____________ is an argumentative strategy by which a speaker or writer acknowledges the validity of an opponent's point.

Structure the texts by using words and ________ like; some believe that..., surely..., firstly, secondly, finally.

I am so hungry I could eat a horse." is an example of ________.

To _____ ideas within the text use _____ such as consequently, therefore, so, moreover, because.

The ______ body of text contains arguments that are elaborated with reasons and ______.

Always end with a summary and never add new ideas in the conclusion.