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Writing the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from a text
I can use a plan to write the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from a text.
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Year 5
Writing the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from a text
I can use a plan to write the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from a text.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- An introductory sentence indicates what the paragraph will be about.
- Flattery and presumption are appropriate devices to use in the introduction.
- The introduction must clearly communicate why the author is writing to the recipient.
- This persuasive letter is formal in tone.
Keywords
Introductory sentence - states the purpose of the paragraph
Flattery - when the writer flatters the recipient
Presumption - when the writer guesses or assumes the reader’s opinion based on their character or position
Common misconception
Pupils may try to use too many persuasive techniques all at once in the introduction.
Explain that evidence and veiled threat are not appropriate to include in the introduction because they are too specific.
Ensure that pupils say each sentence aloud before they write it to check their writing makes sense and is cohesive.
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Starter quiz
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6 Questions
Q1.
The purpose of the introduction is to ...
give detailed, specific information.
Q2.
Select the key layout features of a persuasive letter.
headline
Q3.
The sender's address should be at the __________ of the page.
top-left
top-centre
middle
Q4.
The __________ should be written directly below the sender's address.
greeting
recipient's address
sign-off
Q5.
The recipient's address should be written below the date on the __________ of the page.
right
bottom
top
Q6.
The __________ should be written directly below the recipient's address.
date
sender's address
sign-off
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6 Questions
Q1.
Which of these linguistic features states the purpose of the letter?
rhetorical question
relative clause
Q2.
Which persuasive technique aims to pay the reader compliments in order to persuade them?
veiled threats
presumption
evidence
Q3.
Which persuasive technique assumes the reader's opinion based on their character or position?
flattery
veiled threats
evidence
Q4.
Match the key parts of an introductory paragraph to their functions.
states the main purpose of the letter
briefly outlines the key points or arguments of the letter
links onto the next paragraph
Q5.
Which persuasive techniques are not appropriate to use in the introduction?
flattery
presumption
Q6.
Put the steps of the writing process in the correct order.