Persuasive Letter Writing Strategies

The video tutorial covers the persuasive letter assignment, which is similar to a section in the diploma exam. Students are tasked with researching a current event, writing a persuasive letter to someone who can make a change, and submitting it for feedback. The tutorial discusses potential topics, such as local issues like transmission lines and logging at Castle Mountain. Students are encouraged to gather research from various sources, including local feedback, and to construct well-argued letters. The assignment is to be submitted for peer review and feedback.

What is the main focus of the persuasive letter assignment?

• To summarize a book

• To write a fictional story

• To persuade someone to take action

• To create a scientific report

What is the primary goal of the persuasive letter assignment?

• To inform the reader

• To entertain the reader

• To confuse the reader

• To persuade the reader

What is the expected outcome of writing a persuasive letter?

• To entertain the reader

• To confuse the reader

• To inform the reader

• To persuade the reader to take action

How many sections are there in the diploma exam?

• Four

• Five

• Three

• Two

Which section of the diploma exam involves a reflection on a picture?

• Personal

• Critical

• Analytical

• Persuasive

What should students focus on when choosing a topic for their letter?

• A fictional scenario

• A current event

• A historical event

• A personal experience

What is the purpose of sending the letter to a relevant authority?

• To potentially influence change

• To practice writing skills

• To receive a grade

• To fulfill a class requirement

What is the benefit of sending the letter during the first semester?

• There is more time to revise

• A response might be received by semester end

• It is a requirement for graduation

• It is easier to write

What should students do if they receive a response to their letter?

• Write another letter

• Share it with the class

• Use it as feedback

• Ignore it

What should students do if they receive a response to their letter?

• Ignore it

• Share it with the class

• Use it as feedback

• Write another letter