ICAS Persuasive and Narrative Writing 5

Question 1

Which of the following BEST describes the 'PEEL' paragraph structure used in persuasive writing?

Accepted Answer

Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link

Answer

PEEL stands for Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link — a framework for structuring persuasive body paragraphs effectively.

Question 2

A student's narrative reads: 'The old house groaned in the wind, its broken windows staring like hollow eyes.' This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Personification and simile

Answer

The house 'groaning' is personification (giving human qualities to an object), and 'staring like hollow eyes' is a simile (comparison using 'like').

Question 3

What is the 'bandwagon' persuasive technique?

Accepted Answer

Persuading people by suggesting everyone else is doing something

Answer

The bandwagon technique pressures the audience to conform by implying that most or all people have already adopted a particular view or behavior.

Question 4

In narrative writing, what is the role of the 'resolution' in a plot structure?

Accepted Answer

It reveals how the conflict is settled and loose ends are tied up

Answer

The resolution (or dénouement) follows the climax and shows how the conflict is resolved and what the aftermath looks like.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of using 'anecdote' in a persuasive essay?

Accepted Answer

Sharing a brief personal story to illustrate why stricter road safety laws are needed

Answer

An anecdote is a short personal story used in persuasive writing to make abstract arguments concrete and emotionally engaging.

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