Structure of a Letter to the Editor
What section of a letter to the editor introduces the issue and captures the reader’s attention?
The introduction
What is the purpose of using rhetorical questions in a persuasive letter?
To make the reader think and engage with the argument
What type of issue is commonly addressed in letters to the editor?
Community concerns, government policies, social issues
What should a writer include in the conclusion a letter to the editor?
A Call to action
A solution
True or False: Personal anecdotes cannot be used in a letter to the editor to make an issue more relatable
True or False: A letter to the editor should only address local issues.
False
True or False: A letter to the editor should include a greeting and closing signature.
True
What is the technique for using strong emotional words to influence the reader’s feelings?
Emotive language
Which of these topics would best suit a letter to the editor: (A) Your favorite TV show, (B) Poor garbage collection in your area, (C) A funny personal story?
Answer: B
True or False, the subject line must be underlined
true
"The crime rate in our community has increased by 40% in the last year." What persuasive technique is used here?
Facts and statistics
If writing about education system challenges, what kind of evidence would strengthen the argument?
Examples of failing schools, teacher shortages, or declining test scores
Sender's Address
Date
Receiver's Address
Salutation
Subject
Body
Closing
Signature
Name
How does addressing the opposing viewpoint make a letter more persuasive?
It shows awareness of other perspectives and strengthens the argument by countering objections.
What question should a writer ask themselves to determine if an issue is worth writing about?
Does this issue affect a large number of people, and does it require urgent attention?