Text Features and Rhetorical Devices

Unoma·

Environmental Studies

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SubjectEnvironmental Studies

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Create a summative task to assess a student with ADHD (inyear 10 but cognitively at the level of a grade 5)'s understanding of features of non-fiction texts :headings, bullet points, diagram, caption, sub-heading using a 200 word extract. Create a multiple choice set of 10 questions for this first section of the summative task. In the next section of the task assess his understanding of rhetorical devices used in speech writing like emotive language, repetition, rhetorical questions, similes...

This learning resource focuses on environmental sustainability, emphasizing the importance of making responsible choices that benefit future generations. It explores the concept of sustainability defined as a balance between the economy, society, and environment. The resource includes excerpts analyzing non-fiction texts, discussing rhetorical devices such as emotive language and metaphors. Learners are encouraged to identify and employ these devices in persuasive writing and speeches, ultimately understanding their impact on audience persuasion. Practical steps for sustainability and a reflective activity are also included to engage students in real-world applications.