ARIPEFOREST
(PERSUASIVE & sometimes ARGUMENTATIVE)
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Your planning:
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1.
Anecdote
-Short story (Personal)
-Including your own story to build relationship with
your audience
Example of Anecdote:
“Referring to the views you shared during last week’s
assembly, I am writing to humbly express my opinion on
whether learning music at school would be a worthwhile
endeavor. As a pianist with seven years of experience, I
believe that incorporating music education can offer
substantial benefits to our students. I will highlight both the
advantages and drawbacks (potentially) of incorporating
music into our curriculum. I hope this feedback serves as a
helpful insight for the school to determine the relevance of
investing in music education.”
Notes:
*Remember, since it’s a formal letter, it makes little sense
if we YAP about our personal stories too much. So, a phrase
or a small sentence of anecdote is enough.
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2.
Repetition
-repeating a word or phrase for effect
Example of Repetition:
“Music is not just melodies, or just rhythms; it’s the
gateway to enhanced minds.”
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3.
Imperative
-a command
-to get your audience to think/feel/act a certain way
Example of Imperative:
“I would kindly ask you to reconsider the
importance of accessibility in music education for
us, the future generation. ”
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Pronouns
-Use pronouns that are inclusive: We, Us, You, Our
-Remember, we need to build a relationship with our
audience.
Example of Pronouns:
“I think we both agree that while music education has
clear benefits, it’s vital to also weigh the costs and
feasibility. ”
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5.
Emotive Language
-Powerful vocabulary choices to evoke emotion
Example of Emotive Language:
“Music lessons serve as a transformative force,
elevating students’ spirits and fostering emotional
resilience, providing them with a crucial sanctuary
from the pressures and anxieties of academic life. ”
[words like “transformative force”, “elevating”,
“fostering emotional resilience” and “sanctuary”
emphasizes on positive impact on students.]
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6.
Facts
-Information that is proven to be 100% true
Example of Facts:
“It is proven that students who participate in music
classes tend to perform better academically, according
to the Journal of…”
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Opinions
-Our personal view or thoughts that someone else
might disagree.
Example of Opinion:
“I opine that the financial cost of instruments and
hiring skilled music teachers could place a strain on
school budgets. ”
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Rhetorical Question
-A question that doesn’t require an answer.
Example of Rhetorical Question:
“How can we equip students with the creative edge
and emotional intelligence they need for the future if
we shy away from investing in music education, a
discipline known to foster innovation?”
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Exaggeration
-Hyperbole
-used for many situations, especially used for
humorous effect
Example of Exaggeration:
“Music education is so powerful, it could transform
our school into a hub of future rock stars, concert
pianists and even world-class composers!”
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10. Statistics
-Numbers / Percentage / Data to strengthen our
arguments.
-Highly advised to include in the persuasive writing.
Example of Statistics:
“Students who engage in music programs often
outperform non-music students by around 50% on
standardized tests, particularly in math.”
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11. Triplets (Rule of Three)
- Use a pattern of three things (usually adjectives)
Example of Triplets:
“Investing in music education elevates self-confidence,
encourages perseverance and promotes emotional
expression, enriching our overall school experience.”
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