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Writing the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform

I can write the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform.

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Writing the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform

I can write the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. A written argument tries to convince the reader of something using strong reasoning to support.
  2. The PEPS structure stands for: point, explanation, proof, summary.
  3. A conditional clause is a type of subordinate clause that expresses a degree of possibility that something might happen.
  4. A relative clause is a type of subordinate clause that starts with a relative pronoun.

Common misconception

Pupils may become confused and try to use a conditional clause without a main clause.

Use the visuals of the superheroes to help emphasise that the conditional clause needs the main clause to make the sentence make sense.

Keywords

  • Argument - tries to convince the reader of something using strong reasoning to support

  • PEPS - the acronym for the structure used when making an argument and stands for: point, explanation, proof, summary

  • Conditional clause - a type of subordinate clause that expresses a degree of possibility that something might happen

  • Relative clause - a type of subordinate clause that starts with a relative pronoun

Relative clauses can be taught more visually by getting the children to stand up and hold parts of a sentence on mini whiteboards. Then, add relative clauses to that sentence, both at the end and embedded into the middle.
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6 Questions

Q1.
When writing a point, which word is used to start justifying your opinion with reasoning?
Correct answer: because
but
also
Q2.
Fill in the blank: 'A point is a main idea or opinion that is justified with __________ reason.'
no
Correct answer: one
two
Q3.
Which part of the PEPS structure is the following sentence taken from? 'I believe school uniform should be compulsory because it teaches children discipline and how to take pride in their appearance.'
Correct answer: point
explanation
proof
summary
Q4.
True or false? The proof part of the PEPS structure is an opportunity to reinforce the key messages of the argument with facts.
Correct Answer: true, True
Q5.
Which of these points would be good to use in an argument for school uniform to be compulsory?
Uniform can be uncomfortable.
Uniform doesn't allow for children to express themselves through their clothing.
Correct answer: Uniform prepares pupils for the working world.
Q6.
The summary part of the PEPS structure takes the main point and ...
Correct answer: recaps it.
argues against it.
repeats it word for word.

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6 Questions

Q1.
Put these sections of a persuasive letter in the correct order.
1 - introduction
2 - first argument
3 - second argument
4 - conclusion
Q2.
Which part of the PEPS structure shares evidence to support the main point?
explanation
summary
Correct answer: proof
Q3.
Which part of the PEPS structure is the following sentence taken from? 'My next point is that having a uniform will help families save money because they would only need to buy one set of clothes.'
Correct answer: point
explanation
proof
summary
Q4.
Where can a relative clause be added in a sentence?
before a main clause
Correct answer: embedded in the middle of the main clause
Correct answer: after a main clause
Q5.
Which of these is not a relative pronoun?
who
Correct answer: and
which
Q6.
Which subordinating conjunction starts a conditional clause?
Correct answer: if
as
because