Facts & Statistics
What are facts and statistics?
Evidence that supports an argument and makes it believable.
What is emotive language?
Powerful words and phrases that evoke strong emotions.
What is the purpose of repetition in persuasive writing?
To emphasise a point and make it memorable.
What is alliteration?
It is the repetition of the same sound at the beginning of words.
What is a rhetorical question?
It is a question asked for effect that is not meant to be answered.
Provide an example of a statistic that could support an argument about road safety.
Answer: An example is that "315 people were killed or injured in road traffic accidents in 2016 in Sydney."
Give an example of a phrase that uses emotive language.
Example: "The ponies suffer unimaginable pain as they are left to starve."
Provide an example of a repeated phrase for a topic of your choice.
Example: "One choice, one action, one future!"
Provide an example of alliteration in a persuasive statement.
Example: Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.
Give an example of a rhetorical question.
Example: "Can you imagine what it would be like to own a dog?"
Why are facts and statistics important in persuasive writing?
They provide authenticity and support to the argument.
How does emotive language affect the reader?
It can make the reader feel strong emotions like guilt or sadness.
Why might a writer choose to repeat a specific idea?
To stress its importance and keep it in the reader's mind.
How can alliteration be used to focus a reader's attention?
It creates a catchy rhythm that draws attention to important ideas.
How do rhetorical questions enhance persuasive writing?
They encourage the reader to think deeply about the issue.
What is the difference between facts and statistics?
A fact is an established, well known truth, like the Earth has one moon.
A statistic is a number that represents a fact or idea, like "the average temperature on Earth is 15°C."
Why is emotive language used in persuasive writing?
To engage the reader's feelings and reinforce the argument.
How can excessive repetition negatively impact persuasive writing?
It can make the writing lose its impact.
Why might a writer use alliteration in persuasive writing?
To focus the attention of the reader on the important messages and to make the article more memorable.
What is the impact of using rhetorical questions in a persuasive argument?
They can provoke thought and engage the reader's interest.
How can the misuse of statistics harm a persuasive argument?
It can lead to misinformation and undermine the writer's credibility. It means we don't trust the writer as much as we otherwise would.
What effect does emotive language have on the efficacy of a persuasive text?
It can create a deeper connection and motivate the reader to act.
How does repetition contribute to the rhythm of a persuasive piece?
It creates a musical quality that enhances memorability.
Create an alliteration for the following topics:
- students should be forced to wear school uniforms
- school children should be banned from all social media
Examples:
- Wearing winter uniforms won't work!
- Children can choose carefully and be cautious online!
Create rhetorical questions for the following statements:
- Dogs are better than cats!
- Students should go to school every Saturday!
- All non-electric cars should be immediately banned.
Examples include:
- Who doesn't want to own a dog?
- Don't you think students will be too tired to learn if they go to school 6 days a week?
- Do you want a future for your children?