Worksheet on Rhetorical Questions in Science Fiction
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Grade 6
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A worksheet covering Rhetorical Questions with a focus on engaging the reader in Science Fiction settings for Grade 6 students.
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Worksheet on Rhetorical Questions in Science Fiction
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Introduction to Rhetorical Questions in Science Fiction
In the distant future, the starship Aurora glided silently through the cosmic void. The captain looked out at the endless stars and asked aloud, 'What if this is the only home we will ever have?' The crew pondered this question, feeling the weight of infinite galaxies surrounding them. As they navigated uncharted territories, questions like 'Are we truly alone in the universe?' echoed in their minds, compelling them to reflect on humanity's place among the stars.
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Comprehension and Analysis
Answer the following questions based on the passage. Focus on how rhetorical questions are used to engage and provoke thought.
1.
Identify one rhetorical question from the passage and explain its purpose.
[2 marks]2.
How do rhetorical questions in the passage help to engage the reader?
[2 marks]3.
What effect do rhetorical questions have on the mood of the excerpt?
[2 marks]4.
Identify the rhetorical question that emphasizes the crew's wonder about extraterrestrial life.
[2 marks]5.
Explain how rhetorical questions can persuade or influence a reader's perspective.
[4 marks]C
Creative Writing: Crafting Rhetorical Questions
Write a short science fiction paragraph (around 150 words) that uses at least three rhetorical questions to engage the reader. Follow the checklist below:
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Create a paragraph using at least three rhetorical questions about the alien artifact.
[8 marks]2.
Checklist for your paragraph:
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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