Giving proof and summarising an argument
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can follow a structure to add proof and summarise my argument.
Key learning points
- The PEPS structure stands for: point, explanation, proof, summary.
- Adding proof to an argument will make it more convincing.
- Summarising an argument will help the audience to remember the key parts.
Keywords
Proof - Proof refers to the evidence used to support an opinion.
Summary - A summary will briefly recap the main points of an argument.
Common misconception
There is no need to summarise a short speech because the audience have just heard it.
Summarising an argument helps to reinforce the key parts and make the speech more convincing.
Teacher tip
This lesson builds on the last lesson where the PEPS structure was introduced and pupils learned how to make a point and explanation. If any pupils missed that lesson, it would be worth spending some time to catch them up before this lesson.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the acronym for the structure to follow when making a speech in a debate?
Q2.What is the purpose of the 'point' in the PEPS structure?
Q3.Why is there an 'explanation' part in the PEPS structure?
Q4.Which three of these techniques may help a speaker to persuade the audience to agree with their opinion?
Q5.Which of these could be used as an example of flattery in an argument?
Q6.What is a rhetorical question?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Complete this sentence. Once a speaker has delivered their point and explanation, they should then move on to their ...
Q2.What could be another word for proof?
Q3.Finish this sentence. Proof can be defined as ...
Q4.Telling a short story from their own life experience would work well in a speaker's proof. What is another name for these types of stories?
Q5.Which two of these ideas could be used as proof in a speaker's argument?
Q6.What is the purpose of the 'summary' part in the PEPS structure?
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