AJAh

• Persuasive Text - to persuade the reader to come to the same opinion as the writer.
• Structure of Persuasive Text (OAAAC):

  • Opinion
  • Argument 1
  • Argument 2
  • Argument 3
  • Conclusion
• Introduction - what is the writing about and what is your opinion? It is very important. It is where topic is introduced and catches readers attention
• Body - Arguments to support your opinion. It tells us everything we need to know
• Conclusion - Repeat your point of view
• Language Features - Usually written in present tense. Includes logical connectives to link ideas (therefore, however, moreover). Use emotive language (powerful verbs & strong adjective)
• Language Features (CCEE):

  • Comparison
  • Cause and Effect
  • Emphasis
  • Exemplification
• Comparison - Similarly, Likewise
• Cause & Effect - As a result, therefore
• Emphasis (Impact) - Indeed, certainly
• Exemplification - ask rhetorical questions (questions w/ no answer yet)
• Emotive Words - Appeal to Hope and Aspiration. Counter arguments from the other point of view try and use some facts as well as opinions