1 Who is Mr. Blake? 2 What is the school’s problem? 3 What solution does Brandon propose? 4 Which of the following books does the library need? encyclopaedias traditional tales atlases
Problem and solution
joke books
biographies
books about animals
poetry
5 What is the main idea of paragraph 3 and of paragraph 4? 6 ‘ The internet is a vital research tool ’ . What is the meaning of this sentence? 7 What is meant by the phrase ‘ of supreme importance ’? 8 Brandon says the school will ‘ publicise Blake’s Bookstore’s generosity ’ . Why might this offer persuade Mr. Blake to donate? 9 Do you think Brandon’s letter presents a good case for donating to his school library? Why do you think that? 10 Suggest one thing that could be done to improve your school. Give reasons to support your answer.
Main idea
Features of a persuasive text: • Introduction – introduces the writer’s opinion • Development – states the reasons for the writer’s opinion, using persuasive language • Conclusion – sums up what has been said and states your point of view again Persuasive writing often uses emotive language such as urgently .
1 Find these features in Brandon’s letter. 1 Identify the following elements: a) introduction b) development
c) conclusion
d) greeting
e) closing
2 Find one good reason why the school needs more non-fiction books. 3 Find one good reason why the school needs a computer in the library. 4 Find three examples of persuasive language.
• Reading question 10: Suggest that students note their ideas in their journals as they will return to this subject in the writing task on page 131. If this is conducted as a class discussion, make a note of their suggestions so that the ideas can be used and developed in their writing.
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