Everybody please stand for a prayer to be led by Mr. Abesit.

Before you take your seats, I want you to pick up the pieces of paper under your chair.
Make your rows straight and have your chairs properly aligned.

For your attendance say present if your name is called…

This afternoon we will have another lesson but before that let us first have a recap of
the discussion we had yesterday.

Okay so, what have you learned from our lesson yesterday?

What is a narrative text?

It is a type of text that tells a story or describes a sequence of events.

Welcome to another lesson in English 10. Are you excited? You should be excited class
because today we will watch the video advertisement of most famous iPhone14 pro
max.

Okay now let’s answer the following questions:

Cellphones allow people to make phone calls, send text messages and access the
internet.

Mitigate means to lessen the impact of something.

Leveraging refers to utilizing the resources to maximize its potential.

Valuable means something that is highly useful.

Resources are assets or materials that can be used to meet a need.

Okay these words are related to the text that we will read this afternoon entitled “Using
Cellphones in Schools”

Okay since you are all done reading the text, let’s now answer the following questions.

Okay very good, this is an example of persuasive text and that will be our topic for
today’s discussion.

Everybody kindly read our learning objectives.

Persuasive Text- It is a type of text which convinces or persuades readers to agree

with the writer’s opinion with the use of logic, reason, or emotion.

The primary goal of persuasive text is to influence the reader's perspective on a

particular topic or issue. It is commonly used in advertising, marketing, speeches, and
debates.

Features of Persuasive Text

1. Rhetorical Question- It is a question that does not require a direct answer. It is usually
intended to start a discourse or discussion.

Basically, rhetorical questions don't demand an explicit answer, however they can be a
powerful tool for conveying ideas, evoking emotions, and initiating meaningful
discussions.
2. Opinion- A writer’s view about something which is often introduce by “I think” and “I
believe”, etc.

It is a form of expression where a writer shares their personal viewpoint or perspective

on a particular subject.

3. Expert Opinion- A judgement about something given by an expert on the subject.

An expert opinion is a judgment or evaluation provided by a knowledgeable and

experienced individual in a particular field. It is highly regarded due to the expert's
qualifications and expertise.

4. Direct Address- Speaking directly to the reader through noun or the pronoun “you”. It
gets more focused attention from the reader.

The speaker aims to capture the reader's undivided attention and establish a personal
connection. This technique creates a more immediate and engaging tone, as it invites
the reader to actively participate in the discourse.

5. Repetition of Words and Phrases- It help to emphasize key points and become
memorable.

By repeating specific words or phrases, the speaker or writer can draw attention and
reinforce important ideas. This technique can enhance understanding, evoke emotions,
and leave a lasting impact on the audience, making the message more persuasive and
memorable.

6. Triples- It made up of three standard unit of item.

Triples add a rhythmic quality to the language, making the message more memorable
and impactful for the audience.
7. Fact- A piece of information that is proven to be true and is used as evidence.

Facts are objective and based on empirical evidence or logical reasoning, making them
distinct from opinions or subjective interpretations

8. Statistics- A collection of quantitative data which are usually represented by

percentage.

They are commonly presented in the form of percentages, proportions, averages, or

other statistical measures.

9. Imperative- A sentence used to demand the readers to act or to do something about

the issue.

They convey a sense of urgency and assertiveness, aiming to motivate or persuade

individuals to address a particular issue.

Okay now let’s have a generalization of our discussion, class what do you mean by
Persuasive text? And why it is important to know?

Okay, very good.

So, are there any questions or clarifications? If none I want you to get a one whole
sheet of yellow paper and do this writing activity.