Re-drafting persuasive speeches | Exit Quiz | Oak National Academy

What term is used to describe words that sound the same, but have a different spelling and meaning?

Answer explanation

When proofreading your work make sure you check your use of homophones. Have you used the correct one?

Which sentence uses the correct spelling and use of the homophone their/there/they're?

• Their waiting for your action.

• There waiting for your action.

• They're waiting for your action.

Answer explanation

Checking you have used the correct homophone is a good proofreading habit to get into.

Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of an opinion conjunction?

• The problem is growing worse every day.

• We must take action to solve this urgent issue.

• Fortunately, there are solutions available to us.

• The consequences of inaction will be severe.

Answer explanation

Opinion conjunctions are a useful way to develop your sentences and express your viewpoint clearly.

Which of these sentences does not use the correct tense?

• She learn new skills every day to improve her abilities.

• They will learn new skills every day to improve their abilities.

• She learned new skills every day to improve her abilities

• She learns new skills every day to improve her abilities.

Answer explanation

It is important to use tense consistently throughout your writing. Reading aloud when proofreading can help locate any tense errors.

Why should a speech incorporate a range of paragraph lengths for effect?

• to confuse the audience

• to make the speech longer

• to engage and emphasise different points

• to repeat ideas for emphasis

Answer explanation

Your use of structure and paragraphs should also reflect the needs of your speech - they should be engaging and impactful.

Which word beginning with 'e' can be described as: to bring out or summon a particular, feeling, emotion or response?

Answer explanation

When writing your persuasive speech you want to evoke a strong feeling or reaction to your argument.