Evaluating Arguments: Persuasiveness
English
Grade 7
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A worksheet designed to enhance students' ability to evaluate the persuasiveness of arguments through error correction and analysis.
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Evaluating Arguments: Persuasiveness
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Reading Passage: The Power of Persuasion
In the bustling city of Brightvale, a new initiative was proposed to improve public transportation. Proponents argued that investing in eco-friendly buses would drastically reduce pollution and traffic congestion, making the city more livable. Critics, however, contended that such investments were unnecessary expenses that burdened taxpayers without guaranteed results. Despite these debates, city officials approved the project, convinced that sustainable transportation was crucial for future generations. The debate highlighted the importance of strategic communication, as both sides presented compelling points, yet the effectiveness of their persuasion depended heavily on the evidence and tone employed. Ultimately, the decision reflected a balance between environmental responsibility and fiscal prudence, illustrating how persuasive arguments can influence public policy decisions.
1.
Identify one persuasive technique used by the proponents in the passage.
[2 marks]2.
What counterargument is presented by the critics?
[2 marks]3.
Describe how the tone of the passage influences the reader's perception of the arguments.
4.
Identify a structural element of the passage that helps emphasize the importance of the decision.
[2 marks]5.
Which phrase in the passage best appeals to the reader's sense of environmental responsibility?
[1 mark]Aa) 'drastically reduce pollution'
Bb) 'financial prudence'
Cc) 'city officials approved the project'
Dd) 'public transportation was proposed'
6.
Analyze the effectiveness of the critics' argument. What makes it persuasive or unpersuasive?
7.
Identify and explain one logical fallacy, if any, present in the passage.
[2 marks]8.
Based on the passage, make a brief argument either supporting or opposing the project, citing evidence from the text.
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