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= ** Year 9 English **  = = ** Persuasive Arguments **  =


 * What: ** Your task is to research one current affairs topic concerning South Australia, create an opinion on it, and develop a persuasive argument in response to one of the following statements:
 * Topics **
 * The Queen should have visited South Australia on her latest tour.
 * The South Australian Government should do more to support the World Solar Car Challenge.
 * South Australians should have more say in how the River Murray is used.
 * Home births should be banned in South Australia.
 * South Australia must invest in nuclear power.
 * There should be an independent commission into corruption in South Australia.
 * The Arts is a crucial part of Adelaide culture and should be given more government funding.
 * South Australian students must be educated according to a national curriculum.
 * The South Australian government should do more to help the environment.


 * Why? ** Completing this task will allow you to explore an issue that is important to South Australians, it will develop your skills in research, in developing an argument, and in public speaking.
 * How: **


 * 1) ** Define the topic: ** what is the issue? What is the SA governments’ involvement in this issue?


 * 1) ** Conduct some research: ** look on the internet, in books, on the news or current affairs programs. //Don’t forget to take notes as you research.//


 * 1) ** Create a survey: ** create a survey asking people in your local community about what they know and what they think about your issue. This will help you to understand the topic better and to create a more persuasive argument.


 * 1) ** Form an opinion: ** To argue persuasively you must have a clear idea in your head whether you agree/disagree with the statement. If you are not sure, you might need to do some more research.


 * 1) ** Develop a persuasive argument: ** Use the planning sheet to develop your argument.


 * 1) ** Draft and edit: ** using the drafting and editing checklist.


 * 1) ** Practice Speaking: ** use your friends and family to practice to. You should be able to speak without relying on notes.


 * 1) ** Present to the class: ** This will occur for all students in week 6 of term 4


 * Task Sheet: **