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Persuasive Language Devices Worksheet

Recognise persuasive techniques and practise using them to influence a reader.

Recognise the devices

Choose the main persuasive device in each sentence.

1.“Wouldn’t our school be a happier place with more shady trees?” Which device is used?

Emotive language
Rhetorical question
Modality

2.“The helpless animals need our care before their homes disappear.” Which device is used most clearly?

Emotive language
Rhetorical question
Modality

3.“Every student should bring a reusable drink bottle.” Which device is used?

Emotive language
Rhetorical question
Modality

4.In this sentence, write down one phrase framed as a question and two persuasive words: “Surely we must act now to save our precious local wetlands?”

Create persuasive sentences

Use the requested technique in each response. Answers will vary; sample answers are provided.

5.Write one sentence that uses emotionally powerful words to encourage people to reduce plastic waste.

6.Write a question designed to persuade your classmates to visit the library more often.

7.Complete the sentence with a suitable modal word or phrase: “Local parks be kept clean because .”

8.Choose a topic, then write one sentence using emotionally powerful words, one persuasive question that does not need an answer, and one sentence with a modal word or phrase.

Persuasive writing challenge

Use three different persuasive techniques in a paragraph. Colour highlighting is optional; label each technique instead if you are not using coloured pencils.

9.Write a paragraph of 4–6 sentences arguing that students should have a weekly outdoor learning lesson. Include emotionally powerful words, a persuasive question that does not need an answer, and modal words or phrases. Label or highlight each technique.

10.Create a 30–40-word advertisement for a new subject you think schools should teach. Use at least two persuasive techniques, then name the techniques and explain why they suit your advertisement.