Year 8 - English
Planning a persuasive speech about a new word
A history of language
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils explore the history of the English Language. They first learn about the development of the English Language, before using a single word and the Lord's Prayer to explore how language changes. They then plan, write and deliver a persuasive speech about a new word.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to plan a persuasive speech about your new word.
Key Notes
- A successful speech will maintain a clear, single viewpoint throughout.
- Ideas must be logically sequenced and linked, so that the audience can follow the argument.
- Vocabulary and language devices must be chosen for effect.
- Use structural features at paragraph and sentence level, to manage pace and emphasis.
Vocabulary To Learn
- viewpoint: A viewpoint refers to a person's point of view on a particular issue.
- pace: In relation to speeches, pace refers to the speed with which ideas are presented and developed.
- emphasis: Emphasis refers to the particular importance given to something.
- sequenced: If ideas are sequenced then they are presented in a logical order.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Students should avoid short or one-word sentences in favour of longer, complex sentences.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
A successful speech will maintain a clear, single viewpoint throughout. Ideas must be logically sequenced and linked, so that the audience can follow the argument.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'viewpoint'
A viewpoint refers to a person's point of view on a particular issue.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Students should avoid short or one-word sentences in favour of longer, complex sentences. Correction: If used correctly, shorter sentences can be great for amending pace and giving emphasis to particular parts of a speech.
More Lessons In This Unit
- A history of the English language Study Guide
- Comparing the Lord's Prayer over time Study Guide
- Creating a new word Study Guide
- Delivering a persuasive speech about a new word Study Guide
- Exploring how a word's meaning can change over time Study Guide
- Reading an Anglo-Saxon Bible extract Study Guide
- Writing a persuasive speech about a new word Study Guide
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