Persuasive Texts: Technology and Society
English
Grade 7
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A worksheet covering Persuasive Texts with a focus on persuasive techniques, using a passage centered around technology and its influence on society.
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Persuasive Texts: Technology and Society
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Understanding Persuasive Techniques in Technology Debates
In today's digital age, technology has become an inseparable part of our lives, transforming how we communicate, learn, and work. Many argue that embracing technological advancements is essential for progress, but critics warn of the potential dangers. They claim that excessive screen time diminishes social skills and promotes dependency. Advocates, however, insist that technology opens new horizons, fostering innovation and opportunity. As the debate intensifies, it is crucial to recognize the persuasive strategies used by both sides. Writers often appeal to our fear of missing out or our desire for progress to sway opinions. For example, some emphasize the risks of falling behind in a digital world, while others highlight the potential for technological solutions to solve global issues. In examining persuasive texts about technology, it is important to notice how language choice, emotional appeals, and logical arguments shape our perceptions and influence our decisions.
1.
What is the main argument presented by advocates of technology in the passage?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one persuasive technique used in the passage that appeals to the reader's emotions.
[2 marks]3.
Which phrase in the passage reflects the use of logical argument to support the benefits of technology?
[2 marks]4.
Describe how the author contrasts the views on technology in the passage.
[4 marks]5.
Identify a specific example of emotional appeal used by the critics of technology in the passage.
[2 marks]6.
What is the purpose of mentioning the 'global issues' in the context of technology in the passage?
[2 marks]7.
Identify one technique used to persuade the reader about the importance of keeping up with technological progress.
Aa) Use of humorous anecdotes
Bb) Highlighting the risks of falling behind
Cc) Providing statistical data
Dd) Asking rhetorical questions
8.
Explain in your own words why understanding persuasive techniques is important when reading texts about technology.
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