Persuasion and Propaganda · Informational Writing
The Power of the Editorial
Writing compelling opinion pieces that use evidence and persuasive devices to advocate for social change.
Key Questions
- 1How does the use of inclusive language like 'we' and 'us' build a connection with the reader?
- 2What is the effect of using a rhetorical question as a concluding statement in an argument?
- 3How can a writer acknowledge a counter-argument without weakening their own position?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9E8LY01AC9E8LY06
Year: Year 8
Subject: English
Unit: Persuasion and Propaganda
Period: Informational Writing
Suggested Methodologies
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