Reading an opinion article and creating rhetorical questions
I can articulate a personal response to an opinion article. I can understand what makes an effective rhetorical question and use this understanding to create my own.
Reading an opinion article and creating rhetorical questions
I can articulate a personal response to an opinion article. I can understand what makes an effective rhetorical question and use this understanding to create my own.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Using knowledge of a writer and reading the title can help you make predictions about a text.
- Brooker uses irony and sarcasm to address a serious topic.
- Rhetorical questions can be effective as long as they are not overused.
- Rhetorical questions should be relevant to the topic and not rely on direct address or 'you'.
Keywords
Irony - something happens that is the opposite to what is expected
Sarcasm - to mock or be humorous, usually by saying the opposite of what you mean
Humorous - to be funny or entertaining
Popular culture - includes things like music, films, trends, and fashion that are popular at a given time and enjoyed by wider society
Critique - to assess or evaluate something
Common misconception
Placing ambiguous, short questions with direct address at the end of sentences is an effective rhetorical question. For example: 'Do you/don't you agree?'
Think about the purpose of a rhetorical question and why we use them. Is this the best way to challenge and provoke thought or get a reaction from your audience?
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of 'Bring Back Hanging?' by Charlie Brooker, which can be found in the additional materials.
Content guidance
- Contains strong language
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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