The Power of Persuasion · Autumn Term 2

Fact versus Opinion in Media

Distinguishing between objective truths and subjective viewpoints in persuasive texts.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a writer present an opinion so that it sounds like a fact?
  2. 2Why is it important to identify the bias of an author in an article?
  3. 3What evidence can be used to support a claim in a persuasive argument?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: English - Reading Comprehension
Year: Year 4
Subject: English
Unit: The Power of Persuasion
Period: Autumn Term 2

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