Sport in School: Analysing a Persuasive Text

Overview:

This worksheet focuses on analysing a persuasive text arguing for more sport in schools. Students will explore how the author uses persuasive techniques to support their argument. Designed for middle and upper years students.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the structure and purpose of a persuasive text.
• Analyse the use of persuasive language and techniques such as adjectives, facts, and appeals.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the argument presented in the text.

How the Activity Works:

Students read a persuasive text arguing for more sport in schools and answer a series of comprehension questions. The questions prompt students to identify the type of text, list the reasons the author provides, and explore how adjectives and facts are used to persuade the reader. They also consider the target audience and evaluate the overall effectiveness of the text’s persuasion, using evidence from the text to justify their answers.

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