Tuesday, February 25, 2014

5/6 J have been learning about Persuasive Texts.

Statements of Position

The students have continued to work really hard to write a persuasive statement of position. 
We have been learning that when writing a statement of position, we need to:
  • State the topic.
  • State our opinion.
  • Use high modality words and language of opinion.
  • State three arguments in one sentence.
  • Ask a rhetorical question.
It is important to include a rhetorical question in order to persuade the reader to agree with your opinion.
Rhetorical question starters include the following.
  • How could you (we) possibly..?
  • Do you really think…?
  • What would happen if…?
  • Could your conscience cope with..?
  • Is it really worth..?
  • Do you want to be part of..?

Keep watching for examples  on video from students in 5/6J 

1 comment:

  1. thanks MRS J that was some really good statements of position i'm away today because when i woke up my cold was worse than usual and i didn't feel very well either so dad said to have a rest from school
    Kellie

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