Analysing and improving an article
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can identify and use a range of effective linguistic devices in an article.
Key learning points
- When writing an article, you should use a range of literary devices to engage the reader.
- Some examples of literary devices are anecdote, hyperbole, rhetorical questions, imagery, parody and juxtaposition.
- It is important to use literary devices carefully. Eg: too many rhetorical devices means they lose their effectiveness.
- An anecdote can be an effective way of beginning your article.
Keywords
Hoax - a plan to deceive someone
Anecdote - a short, often funny story, especially about something someone has done
Parody - work that imitates and humorously exaggerates the style of something famous
Counterargument - an argument against another argument, idea, or suggestion
Call to action - writing that asks or encourages people to take action about a problem
Common misconception
Students often think that linguistic devices should be used as often as possible.
Encourage them to use linguistic devices judiciously. Overuse can be as as much of a problem as underuse.
Teacher tip
Encourage students to take different perspectives on topics. They don't always have to write as themselves!
Equipment
You will need a copy of the model answer in the additional materials for Learning Cycle 1.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the term for a mini story designed to illustrate an point in an article?
Q2.In which of the following are you most likely to find articles?
Q3.What kind of question is intended to make a point and does not require an answer?
Q4.If we parody something, what are we doing?
Q5.What is a synonym for the word 'hoax'?
Q6.What is a "call to action" in an article?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words on the left with their synonyms on the right.
fraud
personal story
satire
rebuttal
appeal
Q2.Which of the following is a call to action?
Q3.To be sceptical about something means to be ...
Q4.Which of the following is a description of anaphora?
Q5.How might you use statistics in an article?
Q6.A short sentence can be effective because ...
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