Year 10 - English
Comparing non-fiction texts
Spoken language: the language of change
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils look at powerful speeches and emulate them by writing their own speeches. They first read, analyse and compare powerful speeches. They then hone their craft by understanding the features that contribute towards creating a powerful speech. They finally plan and write a speech.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to compare two non-fiction texts using conjunctions and evidence to elevate your writing.
Key Notes
- When comparing articles, look for points of similarity and difference.
- A comparative sentence needs to make the link between the texts clear, for example through a comparative conjunction.
- Correlative conjunctions can be used to create close comparisons.
- Within a comparison, the quotations chosen from each text must be linked by a point of similarity or contrast.
- Use precise and embedded evidence to support each idea and elevate your summaries.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Sphere: refers to a specific group or area of influence- for example, the political sphere refers to the area of political activity
- Galvanise: means to stimulate or inspire action or change
- Empower: to give someone the power, confidence or ability to do something; usually makes them feel stronger
- Succint: expressing something in a clear and concise manner, without unnecessary details or elaboration
- Embedded: when referring to quotations, if a quotation is embedded then it is included in your own sentence
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- As long as I am comparing the key points of two sources that is enough.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
When comparing articles, look for points of similarity and difference. A comparative sentence needs to make the link between the texts clear, for example through a comparative conjunction.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'Sphere'
refers to a specific group or area of influence- for example, the political sphere refers to the area of political activity.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: As long as I am comparing the key points of two sources that is enough. Correction: Using both comparative and correlative conjunctions will ensure there is nuance in your comparisons. They will aslo help keep your comparisons succinct.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Analysing a persuasive speech Study Guide
- Comparing tone and methods in non-fiction texts Study Guide
- Engaging your audience: creating effective opening and closing paragraphs Study Guide
- Evaluating and improving model responses on non-fiction texts Study Guide
- Having productive discussions in response to a non-fiction text Study Guide
- Planning and writing a persuasive speech Study Guide
- Preparing to deliver a powerful speech Study Guide
- Proofreading and redrafting a speech Study Guide
- Spoken language: choosing a topic and developing ideas for a speech Study Guide
- Understanding and summarising perspectives Study Guide
- Understanding what makes a powerful speech Study Guide
- Using non-verbal features to present a speech effectively Study Guide
- Using rhetorical devices effectively Study Guide
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