Discursive Essay (Grade 10 NSC Matric English HL): Quizzes
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What type of essay explores multiple perspectives on an issue in a fair & unbiased way?
What type of essay explores multiple perspectives on an issue in a fair & unbiased way?
Discursive essay
Where should the writer's personal viewpoint typically appear in a discursive essay?
Where should the writer's personal viewpoint typically appear in a discursive essay?
In the conclusion
What type of tone must be maintained throughout a discursive essay?
What type of tone must be maintained throughout a discursive essay?
Formal and neutral
What should be included in the introduction to grab the reader's attention?
What should be included in the introduction to grab the reader's attention?
A hook
What must NEVER be introduced in the conclusion of a discursive essay?
What must NEVER be introduced in the conclusion of a discursive essay?
New arguments
What does the first body paragraph typically present?
What does the first body paragraph typically present?
Arguments in favour of the topic
Which of these can be used as evidence to support arguments?
Which of these can be used as evidence to support arguments?
Statistics & expert opinions
What is the word limit for a discursive essay?
What is the word limit for a discursive essay?
250-300 words
What planning tool is recommended for organising arguments for & against the topic?
What planning tool is recommended for organising arguments for & against the topic?
A mind map or table
What is a common mistake to avoid regarding viewpoints in a discursive essay?
What is a common mistake to avoid regarding viewpoints in a discursive essay?
Unequal treatment of perspectives