Persuasive Letter Writing Techniques

Persuasive Letter Writing Techniques

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

The video tutorial teaches how to write persuasive letters by analyzing a sample letter, explaining its structure, and providing tips for brainstorming and planning. It emphasizes the importance of a clear contention and the rule of three in conclusions. The tutorial also offers guidance on writing your own persuasive letter, encouraging creativity and effective argumentation.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of the example letter discussed in the video?

To propose a new school mascot

To request a new school uniform

To suggest adding pizza to the school menu

To ask for a new playground

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to mention the main contention in the introduction of a persuasive letter?

To add more paragraphs

To make the letter longer

To ensure the reader understands the main point

To confuse the reader

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a reason given in the example letter for adding pizza to the menu?

Pizza is more expensive than burgers

Pizza is less messy to eat than burgers

Pizza is easier to cook than pasta

Pizza is a traditional school food

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the 'rule of three' in the context of writing a persuasive letter?

Using three different fonts

Writing three pages

Using three different colors

Including three main reasons in the conclusion

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a suggested topic for a persuasive letter in the video?

Renovating school bathrooms

Changing the school mascot

Improving the school canteen

Allowing personal hats at school

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main points in the plan for a letter about renovating school bathrooms?

To change the bathroom color

To increase the number of bathrooms

To add more mirrors

To improve hygiene

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is encouraged to avoid in persuasive writing to make it more engaging?

Using complex words

Repeating the same phrases like 'firstly, secondly, thirdly'

Using humor

Including personal stories