Focus for Drafts 1 and 2

1. Exciting content, exploring different angles

a. Use of examples (link and comparison to Hitler) creates a
bigger sense of horror
2. Appropriate Argue/Persuade structure
3. Introduction grabs the attention of the reader,
ideally linked in the conclusion
4. Effective rhetorical devices used throughout
a. References evidence and facts to show the Olympics true
purpose (rules)
b. Using symbolism (5 rings) and imagery (stain)
c. Repetition (of words or ideas) to emphasise ideas
d. Questions engage the reader
e. Contrast for effect
f. Emotive language (teenagers not adults)







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Attention
-grabbing
tactics
Get the right
structure
Importance of
planning
AFOREST &
SIASAMOP
1
2
3
4

Learning Objective
2. The Right Structure
1. Understand how to structure writing to argue and writing to
persuade
2. Appreciate the advantages and disadvantages to both writing models
WHY SHOULD I?

Using the right structure gives direction
and logic to your overall response.

It also sets out your tone and
relationship with your reader effectively.
The Critical Difference
Writing to PERSUADE
100% your
perspective.

I believe I am right
because...

Another reason I am
right is because...
Writing to ARGUE
Balance both sides.

I appreciate that
some people may
believe that...

However, I firmly
disagree, because...
The Critical Difference
Writing to PERSUADE
Only your beliefs.

I believe I am right
because...

Another reason I am
right is because...
Writing to ARGUE
Balance both sides.

I appreciate that some
people may believe
that...
However, I firmly
disagree, because...
100%
30%
70%


In pairs, spider-diagram all the reasons why you
are right in relation to the question below:
Write a letter to your local MP persuading them
that too many examinations put unnecessary
pressure on children
all the reasons
why you are right.
Argue why students should not bring their
mobile phones to school.
Some
people
believe
that
students
should
bring their
mobile
phones to
school...
However, I
totally
disagree...
Plan in
pairs
argument
then
counter-
argument
Which Argue approach is best?
Introduction
Para 1: opposing
argument
Para 2: another
opposing argument
Para 3: your argument
Para 4: another of your
arguments
Conclude

Introduction
Para 1: Opposing
argument, then crushed
by your argument
Para 2: another
opposing argument,
then crushed by your
argument
Para 3: another
opposing argument,
then crushed by your
argument
Conclude

Major Differences for Argue
Outline your position in the intro as per normal, BUT

The body of your response illustrates 2 sides of the argument

The 30: 70 rule. The first 30% is designed to clarify opposing
perspectives (Some people believe) before destroying the other
argument with your own for the remaining 70% (However, that is
clearly ridiculous, because)

For the Mobile Phone Argument: devise two sentences the first is
the 30% sentence; the second is the 70% sentence.
Should I argue or
persuade?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?
Remember
While the organisational approach is different, the key
skills (AFOREST, paragraphs and discourse markers) remain
the same; indeed, the mark scheme is exactly the same.