Persuasive Writing

The purpose of the 'Greeting' in a persuasive letter is to:

• provide detailed information

• establish a connection with the reader

• conclude the letter

• list the main arguments

What should be included in the 'Introduction' of a persuasive essay?

• A clear thesis statement

• A detailed conclusion

• Statistical data

• A list of references

What details should be provided in the 'Main Content' of a persuasive letter?

• The problem and background information

• Main arguments and supporting evidence

• Both

The role of the 'Conclusion' in a persuasive essay is to:

• Summarise the main points and restate the position of the author

• Introduce new arguments to convince the reader

• Provide detailed evidence

• Ask questions to the reader about the morality of their choices

What are some common formal closings used in the 'Complimentary Close' of a persuasive letter?

• Sincerely

• Best regards

• Yours faithfully

• All of the above

What should be included in the 'Signature' section of a persuasive letter?

• The date of writing

• The recipient's address

• The sender's name and title

• The main argument of the letter

What does not belong in the introduction of a persuasive speech?

• Emotional Appeal

• Explanation of your key points

• Introduction of your topic

• Hook

What is the correct order of a persuasive speech?

• Introduction

• Body

• Conclusion

What should a strong conclusion in a persuasive speech include?

• • Start with a rhetorical question, a bold statement, or emotional appeal to grab attention. 

  • Clearly introduce your topic and main idea.

• • Present two to three key points to support your argument. 

  • Use repetition to emphasise important ideas. 

  • Include examples or evidence to strengthen your message.

• Summarise your argument and leave your audience with something to think about.

  • End with a strong call to action to leave a lasting impact.

Fill in the blank: In a persuasive essay, the body paragraph should start by introducing the _______.

• conclusion

• link

• point

• evidence