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Expedition 8

Expedition 8. Text Structure – Persuasion Nelson- Cheptoo L.A./Reading. Objective. As you are reading through the PowerPoint, you will be asked questions to check for your understanding.

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Expedition 8

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  1. Expedition 8 Text Structure – Persuasion Nelson-Cheptoo L.A./Reading

  2. Objective As you are reading through the PowerPoint, you will be asked questions to check for your understanding. You need something to write with and a sheet of paper. You will have 12 questions within the PowerPoint to complete for a quiz grade. Good Luck!

  3. What are expository texts? Texts that provide information Kinds- how-to, step by step instructions, compare & contrast

  4. Persuasive Text • In this text, an author tries to CONVINCE readers to take a certain action or to accept a certain way of thinking.

  5. Elements of Persuasive Text Opinion Statement Supporting Reasons and Details Counterargument Conclusion

  6. Checking for Understanding 1. Discuss the different types of expository text? 2. Name the four elements of persuasion.

  7. What is an Opinion Statement? It’s the main idea of the text States the author’s opinion- what he or she wants you to THINK or DO It’s a belief based on feelings or knowledge about an issue It cannot be absolutely proven, as a fact can be Example: People should care about using too much gasoline.

  8. Emotional Appeals Used to persuade an audience It’s a statement or idea that brings up STRONG FEELINGS in the reader or listener. Feelings may be positive(pride or admiration) or negative(guilt or pity) Examples: Barefoot, no saving penny around…… Dave saved 3 children with new equipment……. Destroying the future leaders, doctors, lawyers….

  9. Supporting Reasons & Details Reason tells WHY the reader should AGREE with the author’s opinion statement Think of it as this: Opinion Statement = Main Idea Supporting Reasons= Details

  10. The Problem Simply stating a reason isn't good enough Reasons must have: 1.Examples 2. Details 3. Or Other Information Authors need to Illustrate to reader’s their opinion.

  11. Checking for Understanding 3. Which of the following would be a good opinion statement about recycling at school? Write down the statement. -Recycling helps the city of Palm Coast -We should recycle for the future of our children. -Recycling can pay back at school 4. Why can’t a reason to support an opinion be- it’s what I believe in? 5. How is an opinion statement a MAIN IDEA?

  12. The Counterargument It is a statement that goes AGAINST the author’s opinion statement. It shows that a writer or author is AWARE of the other side or other opinions.

  13. Purpose of Counterarguments Predict how the reader might argue back(or experts) Drain these other arguments of their power Convince the reader that the only sound opinion is the author’s

  14. Checking for Understanding 6. What is a counterargument? 7. Describe the different purposes of a counterargument. 8. How do supporting reasons and details RELATE to the opinion statement?

  15. Persuasion Across Texts When you read two texts about opposite positions on a particular issue, think about the reasons. Ask yourself: Do they make sense? Are they logical? Do they support the author’s opinion?

  16. Credibility Then think about the author’s credibility after looking at the reasons: Definition of Credibility A person’s ability to earn your trust.

  17. Analyzing the Facts & Reasons Now you are analyzing the facts and reasons that each writer or author is presenting. Ask Yourself: Does this person have credentials or the experience or knowledge to be trustworthy on this issue? What is the person’s TONE or ATTITUDE toward the subject? What does the person MAINLY want?

  18. Checking for Understanding 9. What are some questions to ask yourself about a writer when analyzing their reasons? 10. In your opinion, what are some examples of credible people when arguing about using less gas or fuel? 11. Do you think that a writer’s tone can take away or add to an appeal? Why or why not?

  19. Conclusion Statement This is where the writer or author SUMMARIZES his or her opinion statement. It is the last impression left on the reader or listener It concludes all the above information in the details or body of the text

  20. Checking for Understanding 12. Describe the whole process of writing a persuasive paper. Remember to include signal words to let the reader know the sequence. Finished! Turn in your paper. Is your name, date, and period on your paper?

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