🛹 Part 1: Understanding Persuasive Writing

1. What is the purpose of persuasive writing? Circle the best answer:

To tell a story

To convince someone of your opinion

To describe something

To give instructions

2. Which features should be included in persuasive writing? Check all that apply:

A clear opinion statement

Supporting reasons

Linking words (because, for example, also)

A conclusion

Emotive language

3. Complete this sentence: "I believe skateboards should not be allowed at school because ________________"

💭 Part 2: Brainstorming Ideas

4. List three reasons why skateboards should NOT be allowed at school:

Reason 1: _________________________________________________

Reason 2: _________________________________________________

Reason 3: _________________________________________________

5. For each reason above, write one supporting detail or example:

Detail for Reason 1: ________________________________________

Detail for Reason 2: ________________________________________

Detail for Reason 3: ________________________________________

6. Match the linking words with their purpose:

1. Because

2. For example

3. In addition

4. Therefore

A. To give an example

B. To show a result

C. To add another point

D. To give a reason

📝 Part 3: Planning Your Persuasive Text

7. Write your opinion statement (introduction):

8. Plan your first body paragraph:

Main reason: ___________________________________

Supporting details: _____________________________

9. Plan your second body paragraph:

Main reason: ___________________________________

Supporting details: _____________________________

10. Write your conclusion:

✍️ Part 4: Writing Your Draft

11. Write your complete persuasive text about why skateboards should not be allowed at school. Remember to include:

• An introduction with your opinion

• Two body paragraphs with reasons and details

• Linking words to connect your ideas

• A strong conclusion

• Emotive language to persuade your reader

🔍 Part 5: Self-Assessment Checklist

12. Check your work using this checklist. Tick each box when complete:

I have stated my opinion clearly in the introduction

I have included at least two strong reasons

I have supported my reasons with details or examples

I have used linking words (because, for example, also, in addition)

I have organised my writing into paragraphs

I have used emotive language to persuade

I have written a conclusion that restates my opinion

I have checked my spelling and punctuation

13. What is one thing you could improve about your persuasive writing?

Skateboard Persuasive Writing

Skateboard Persuasive Writing

🛹 Part 1: Understanding Persuasive Writing

💭 Part 2: Brainstorming Ideas

📝 Part 3: Planning Your Persuasive Text

✍️ Part 4: Writing Your Draft

🔍 Part 5: Self-Assessment Checklist

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