How do I create 'balance' in a persuasive piece?

How do I create 'balance' in a persuasive piece?

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will consider how to structure a balanced argument in non-fiction. To do this, we'll explore how subordinating conjunctions can be incorporated.

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4 Questions

Q1.
The key word in a conditional statement is:
Also
As
But
Correct answer: If
Q2.
Conditional phrases consider
Something that will always happen.
That something will never happen.
Correct answer: What will happen if something else happens.
Q3.
When you create 'against' paragraphs then you are thinking about...
Correct answer: The reason someone would be against something.
The reasons someone would support something.
Q4.
The audience is important when considering 'against' ideas because it helps you think about their perspective and reasons for not supporting something.
False
Correct answer: True

4 Questions

Q1.
If the subordinating conjunction and clause come AFTER the independent clause, do you need a comma to separate them?
Correct answer: No
Yes
Q2.
If the subordinating conjunction and clause come BEFORE the independent clause, do you need a comma to separate them?
No
Correct answer: Yes
Q3.
I can imagine a balanced argument as...
Correct answer: A pair of scales
A pair of shoes
A pair of socks
A pglovesair of
Q4.
Using subordinating conjunctions helps to show balance because it allows you to show...
Correct answer: both sides of the argument.
one side of the argument.

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UnitEnglish / Paragraphing non-fiction writing, including presenting a balanced argument

English