Persuasion and Public Discourse · Term 1

Writing Persuasive Letters and Speeches

Drafting persuasive texts for different audiences and purposes, focusing on appropriate tone and structure.

Key Questions

  1. How does the intended audience influence the tone and word choice of a persuasive letter?
  2. Design a persuasive speech that effectively uses rhetorical devices to engage listeners.
  3. Justify the inclusion of specific evidence in a persuasive text to appeal to a particular audience.

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Writing Skills - Formal Letters and Reports - Class 8CBSE: Speaking Skills - Formal Debate and Discussion - Class 8
Class: Class 8
Subject: English
Unit: Persuasion and Public Discourse
Period: Term 1

Suggested Methodologies

RAFT Writing

Write from an assigned Role, for an Audience, in a Format, on a Topic

25–45 min

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Town Hall Meeting

Simulate a public meeting with stakeholders on a real issue

35–55 min

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