Year 9
Year 9
How do I create 'balance' in a persuasive piece?
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will consider how to structure a balanced argument in non-fiction. To do this, we'll explore how subordinating conjunctions can be incorporated.
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4 Questions
Q1.
The key word in a conditional statement is:
Also
As
But
Q2.
Conditional phrases consider
Something that will always happen.
That something will never happen.
Q3.
When you create 'against' paragraphs then you are thinking about...
The reasons someone would support something.
Q4.
The audience is important when considering 'against' ideas because it helps you think about their perspective and reasons for not supporting something.
False
4 Questions
Q1.
If the subordinating conjunction and clause come AFTER the independent clause, do you need a comma to separate them?
Yes
Q2.
If the subordinating conjunction and clause come BEFORE the independent clause, do you need a comma to separate them?
No
Q3.
I can imagine a balanced argument as...
A pair of shoes
A pair of socks
A pglovesair of
Q4.
Using subordinating conjunctions helps to show balance because it allows you to show...
one side of the argument.