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English Revision: Writing to Persuade - Task

EXAMPLE QUESTION

You have been employed by a school to produce an article for a newsletter, persuading parents to contribute money to the school to improve facilities for students.



Task 1 – Planning
Draw a table, like the one below. In the first column, list 8 to 10 things that would be improved if parental contributions were made. In the second column, give good reasons why these improvements would not happen if parents did not give contributions.


Improvements
Reasons
50 new computers to be purchased and placed in a variety of subject classrooms
The school has already spent the allocated money on 30 computers. More are needed for subjects like Welsh, History, Geography and English.




Task 2 – Ordering
Organise your ideas into a logical order, putting a number next to each one.



Task 3 – Starting the article
Write a headline and subheading, and lead paragraph that will grab attention and start to persuade parents of the need for voluntary contributions.


YOU CAN HELP US IMPROVE
How small contributions could make a difference at Ysgol Rhiwabon

We are proud to provide a first class and completely free education for your children here at Ysgol Rhiwabon. But a small contribution now will make a huge difference to the experience of pupils and students at this school for years to come.




Task 4 – Main body of article.
Now write up your ideas form the table, writing a detailed and persuasive paragraph on each one.

   Checklist:

  • Make sure you describe possible improvements and how the money will be used in full.
  • Always give good reasons for extra money being needed (convincing reasons that will persuade!)
  • Keep your writing style formal and polite.
  • Write in paragraphs – one for each idea.
  • Use subheadings, pull quotes and bullet points to focus the reader’s attention.



Task 5 – Finishing the article

Your last paragraph should sum up the main points and tell the reader what to do next if they want to contribute money. End by thanking the reader.


Task 6 – Proof reading
Spend a few minutes reading through your whole article. Check for incorrect spelling, missing words and lack of paragraphing.
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