Convincing the Class to Recycle: Author's Purpose

Read about persuasive speaking, then work out why the author wrote it.

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Persuasive speaking is when you try to convince someone to think or do something in a certain way.

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Persuasive speaking is when you try to convince someone to think or do something in a certain way. It works by using strong reasons and examples to support your point of view. For instance, if you want your classmates to recycle more, you might explain how recycling helps the environment and saves resources. You could share facts about how much waste people create every day.

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By making your message clear and exciting, you can encourage others to join your cause. Remember, using a friendly tone and good body language can also help you persuade your audience more effectively!

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Why did the author most likely write this passage?

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Authors use examples to explain their ideas. Which sentence from the passage gives an example?

How sure are you going to be?😐 maybe

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