Discursive Writing Features and Structure
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What is the main characteristic of discursive writing?

  • Ignoring one side of the argument
  • Presenting arguments only in favor of one side
  • Using informal language throughout the text
  • Providing a balanced set of arguments for and against (correct)
  • Why is it important to present both sides of the argument in discursive writing?

  • To make the writing longer
  • To confuse the reader
  • To show bias
  • To avoid supporting any side (correct)
  • In discursive writing, in which paragraph can the writer state their own opinion?

  • Introduction
  • First paragraph
  • Middle paragraph
  • Concluding paragraph (correct)
  • What tone should a discursive writing maintain?

    <p>Impersonal and formal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a required element in a good discursive writing?

    <p>Including supporting evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the final paragraph crucial in discursive writing?

    <p>To reveal which side the writer agrees with</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discursive writing looks at different points of view on an issue, providing arguments for and ______.

    <p>against</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When writing a balanced argument, it is important to present both sides of the argument ______.

    <p>fairly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the final paragraph of a discursive writing, the writer can state which side they ______ with.

    <p>agree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A good discursive writing needs an introduction that presents the ______.

    <p>topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discursive writing should be written in the third person to keep the tone ______.

    <p>impersonal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is important for a good discursive writing to include supporting ______.

    <p>evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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