Starter quiz
- Which word beginning with 'I' describes a writer saying something but meaning the opposite, usually for exaggeration and effect?
- 'Irony' ✓
- What is the form of this task: 'Write an opinion article which presents your point of view on school uniform.'?
- Leaflet
- Speech
- Letter
- Article ✓
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- Which of these are synonyms for the word 'credible'?
- trustworthy ✓
- believable ✓
- exaggerated
- reliable ✓
- unlikely
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- What device has this opening sentence used: 'Like a badly swatted fly, the debate will not die.'?
- 'Simile' ✓
- Which of these sentences uses statistics?
- 67% of students enjoy homework. ✓
- Most students complete their homework.
- The majority of homework is effectively completed.
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- Which of these sentences would be considered informal?
- Using violence as a form of punishment is a contentious subject.
- Using violence to discipline is not cool. ✓
- The use of physical force is never justified.
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Exit quiz
- What is the purpose of creating impactful openings and closings in a piece of writing?
- to fill up space in the text
- to confuse the reader
- to engage a reader from the beginning and leave a lasting impression at the end ✓
- to make the text appear longer
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- Which of these may not be considered a structural feature?
- motif
- simile ✓
- mirroring
- opening sentence
- closing sentence
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- What is a declarative sentence?
- a sentence that asks a question
- a sentence that makes a statement, expresses an opinion, or states a fact ✓
- a sentence that gives a command or makes a request
- a sentence that shows excitement or strong emotion
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- Which of these is a declarative sentence?
- Please tell me your thoughts on the internet.
- How often do you use the internet?
- The internet is rotten to its core. ✓
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- What device is being described? ______ is where you repeat and develop an idea from the start of your writing at the end.
- 'mirroring' ✓
- Complete this sentence. A motif is where ...
- a writer repeats a word or phrase three times.
- a writer repeats a word or phrase at the start of successive sentences.
- a writer uses a repeated idea, reference or symbol to convey a message. ✓
- a writer uses numbers to make the writing credible.
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Lesson Details
Key learning points
- Considering structural features is an important part of the writing process.
- Openings should be impactful and can include declarative sentences and similes.
- Mirroring can be used to create an effective closing.
- Using a motif can engage a reader and emphasise the viewpoint in your writing.
Common misconception
Choosing vocabulary and ideas is the most important part of the writing process.
Structural features can really elevate your writing, making it more cohesive and impactful so that your reader doesn't lose interest.
Keywords
Impactful - to have a strong effect on someone
Declarative sentence - a sentence that makes a statement, expresses an opinion or states a fact
Motif - in writing, a motif is an idea, image, or symbol, that repeats throughout to develop a theme or argument
Mirroring - you repeat and develop an idea from the start of your writing at the end
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