Writing the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can write the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform.
Key learning points
- A written argument tries to convince the reader of something using strong reasoning to support.
- The PEPS structure stands for: point, explanation, proof, summary.
- A conditional clause is a type of subordinate clause that expresses a degree of possibility that something might happen.
- A relative clause is a type of subordinate clause that starts with a relative pronoun.
Keywords
Argument - tries to convince the reader of something using strong reasoning to support
PEPS - the acronym for the structure used when making an argument and stands for: point, explanation, proof, summary
Conditional clause - a type of subordinate clause that expresses a degree of possibility that something might happen
Relative clause - a type of subordinate clause that starts with a relative pronoun
Common misconception
Pupils may become confused and try to use a conditional clause without a main clause.
Use the visuals of the superheroes to help emphasise that the conditional clause needs the main clause to make the sentence make sense.
Teacher tip
Relative clauses can be taught more visually by getting the children to stand up and hold parts of a sentence on mini whiteboards. Then, add relative clauses to that sentence, both at the end and embedded into the middle.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.When writing a point, which word is used to start justifying your opinion with reasoning?
Q2.Fill in the blank: 'A point is a main idea or opinion that is justified with __________ reason.'
Q3.Which part of the PEPS structure is the following sentence taken from? 'I believe school uniform should be compulsory because it teaches children discipline and how to take pride in their appearance.'
Q4.True or false? The proof part of the PEPS structure is an opportunity to reinforce the key messages of the argument with facts.
Q5.Which of these points would be good to use in an argument for school uniform to be compulsory?
Q6.The summary part of the PEPS structure takes the main point and ...
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Put these sections of a persuasive letter in the correct order.
Q2.Which part of the PEPS structure shares evidence to support the main point?
Q3.Which part of the PEPS structure is the following sentence taken from? 'My next point is that having a uniform will help families save money because they would only need to buy one set of clothes.'
Q4.Where can a relative clause be added in a sentence?
Q5.Which of these is not a relative pronoun?
Q6.Which subordinating conjunction starts a conditional clause?
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