Planning a persuasive speech about a new word
I can plan a persuasive speech about my new word.
Planning a persuasive speech about a new word
I can plan a persuasive speech about my new word.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A successful speech will maintain a clear, single viewpoint throughout.
- Ideas must be logically sequenced and linked, so that the audience can follow the argument.
- Vocabulary and language devices must be chosen for effect.
- Use structural features at paragraph and sentence level, to manage pace and emphasis.
Common misconception
Students should avoid short or one-word sentences in favour of longer, complex sentences.
If used correctly, shorter sentences can be great for amending pace and giving emphasis to particular parts of a speech.
Keywords
Viewpoint - A viewpoint refers to a person’s point of view on a particular issue.
Pace - In relation to speeches, pace refers to the speed with which ideas are presented and developed.
Emphasis - Emphasis refers to the particular importance given to something.
Sequenced - If ideas are sequenced then they are presented in a logical order.
Licence
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