Cambridge Primary 5 English: Writing Persuasive Texts This lesson quiz helps learners recognise persuasive techniques, audience, viewpoint and strong reasons.
Which sentence is persuasive?
A
There is a room.
B
Join the reading club and discover a new adventure every week.
C
The club is on Tuesday.
D
Books have pages.
Explanation
It encourages the reader to act.
Which word creates a strong positive effect?
A
some
B
okay
C
excellent
D
thing
Explanation
Excellent is more persuasive.
Which technique is used in "Do you want a cleaner playground?"
A
rhyme only
B
simile
C
stage direction
D
rhetorical question
Explanation
It asks a question to persuade, not necessarily to get an answer.
Which is a reason to support a school garden?
A
It helps pupils learn about nature.
B
A shovel is metal.
C
Some soil is brown.
D
The gate is green.
Explanation
It supports the viewpoint.
Which sentence addresses the reader directly?
A
Pupils made a difference.
B
You can make a difference today.
C
Someone helped.
D
A difference was made.
Explanation
You speaks directly to the reader.
Which is an example of emotive language?
A
paper bag
B
blue lid
C
cruel waste
D
large bin
Explanation
Cruel creates an emotional response.
Which opening states a viewpoint clearly?
A
Schools have rooms.
B
Some pupils arrive.
C
Breakfast is food.
D
Our school should start a breakfast club.
Explanation
It clearly states what the writer believes.
Which ending is a call to action?
A
Sign up today and help us begin.
B
Breakfast is early.
C
That is the end.
D
There are many reasons.
Explanation
It tells the reader what to do.
Which connective adds another reason?
A
Once
B
Furthermore
C
Suddenly
D
However
Explanation
Furthermore adds a point.
Which connective introduces contrast?
A
Moreover
B
Also
C
However
D
Firstly
Explanation
However signals a contrasting point.
Which sentence uses evidence?
A
I just think it.
B
Everyone knows libraries are good.
C
It is obviously true.
D
In our survey, 82 pupils asked for more library time.
Explanation
Survey results provide evidence.
Which is the strongest reason?
A
Daily exercise improves health and concentration.
B
The hall is big.
C
Shoes have laces.
D
Exercise is a word.
Explanation
It links the idea to clear benefits.
Which phrase shows certainty?
A
I am unsure whether
B
There is no doubt that
C
maybe perhaps
D
it might sort of
Explanation
There is no doubt that
Which audience fits a letter about school lunches?
A
a fictional dragon
B
a pet dog
C
headteacher and school council
D
a group of astronauts only
Explanation
headteacher and school council
Which sentence is too weak for persuasion?
A
We should act now.
B
The evidence is clear.
C
This change will benefit every class.
D
It might be kind of nice perhaps.
Explanation
It might be kind of nice perhaps.
Which persuasive technique uses three linked words?
A
rule of three
B
caption
C
dialogue
D
stage direction
Explanation
rule of three
Which phrase is a rule of three?
A
safe thing
B
safe, simple and sensible
C
very safe
D
safe and simple
Explanation
safe, simple and sensible
Which sentence gives a counterargument?
A
Everyone agrees.
B
The plan is good.
C
Some people may worry about cost, but the plan is affordable.
D
There are no problems.
Explanation
Some people may worry about cost, but the plan is affordable.
Which is a persuasive title?
A
Some Shade
B
The Playground
C
A Place Outside
D
Why Our Playground Needs More Shade
Explanation
Why Our Playground Needs More Shade
What is the purpose of persuasive writing?
A
to convince the reader
B
to hide the viewpoint
C
to give stage directions only
D
to list random facts
Explanation
to convince the reader
