English LanguageYears 10–11Paper 2 Writing

P2 Q5 — Speech writing

Write a persuasive speech using rhetorical techniques, address and structural devices (AO5/AO6)

What you'll learn

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    Think about a time you had to persuade your parents to let you stay up later. You used reason, emotion, and a bit of charm — that's speech writing!

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    What is the main goal of a persuasive speech?

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    Let's write a short speech together. Topic: 'School should start at 10am.'

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    Now you try! Drag the sentences into the right order to build a speech about 'Why we need more break time'.

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    What should you include at the end of a persuasive speech?

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    Which of these is a strong opening hook for a speech about school uniforms?

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    Finish this sentence: A good speech needs a clear structure — a hook, reasons, and a...

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