What is the primary goal of a persuasive text?

To convince the reader to believe or do something.

According to the video, what are the key elements that authors use to persuade readers?

Stating an opinion, giving reasons, using strong adjectives, and using words that trigger emotions.

Explain how the author of 'Dogs Rule' uses reasons to support their opinion.

The author provides reasons such as dogs being affectionate, smart, and easy to care for.

Give an example of a strong adjective used in the 'Dogs Rule' text and explain why it is effective.

Greatest, because it emphasizes the author's high opinion of dogs.

Identify a word or phrase from the 'Dogs Rule' text that triggers emotions and explain what emotion it is intended to evoke.

Loving, comfort, or smile; these words evoke feelings of happiness and affection.

What is Persuasion?

Name: What is Persuasion?
Author: Insta~Lesson

10th Grade · ELA · 60 min

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I can identify the key elements of persuasive texts.

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To persuade someone means to cause them to believe or do something.
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Persuasive texts often include the author's opinion, reasons to support the opinion, and strong, descriptive adjectives.
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Persuasive texts may also use words that trigger emotions in the reader to make the argument more convincing.

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