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Persuasive Writing Elements

Explore how persuasive writing works, then plan your own ideas. Write in full sentences where needed.

Understanding persuasion

1.What does it mean to persuade someone?

To convince them to consider or do something
To list events in the order they happened
To describe how to make an object
To ask them a question without giving an opinion

2.Give one everyday situation in which someone might try to persuade another person.

Persuasive building blocks

3.Match each writing element to its meaning.

Main claim
Supporting reasons
Emotive language
Audience

Explanations that back up the claim
The people the message is intended for
Words chosen to stir feelings
The writer's central view or request

4.Select every choice that can help make a piece of writing persuasive.

Choose vivid words that appeal to feelings
Give reasons using linking words such as “since”
Consider what matters to the intended readers
Add examples that support the claim
Include an unrelated list of items

Read and notice the techniques

Our school should add more native plants beside the playground. Colourful flowers would make the area a welcoming place to spend break time, and small birds could find food there. For instance, a row of mānuka shrubs could provide nectar for visiting birds. Since a greener space is pleasant for everyone, let’s work together to make this change.

5.What change does the writer want the school to make?

6.Write two words or phrases from the passage that are chosen to create a positive feeling.

7.Which linking word introduces a reason in the passage?

8.Who is the most likely audience for this message?

Plan a persuasive message

9.Complete each sentence starter with an idea of your own: “I believe ______ because ______.” “This matters because ______.” “One example is ______.”

10.Plan a message encouraging a friend to try a positive activity. Write your main claim, two supporting reasons, and one emotive word or phrase you could use.

11.Why should a writer think about the audience before choosing persuasive words and reasons?