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You learn how to build a clear case, answer objections, and support your point with sound reasons. This helps you speak confidently, stay focused, and persuade others in class debates and examinations.
You should already be able to write full sentences and organise ideas into simple paragraphs. It also helps to know basic linking words such as because, however and therefore.
Not confident yet? Work through Speech Writing Essentials first.
One question from this skill's own question bank, shown with its full working.
In a debate, the “motion” is:
Working: The motion is the proposition the two sides argue for or against.
This skill usually appears in SHS English work on speaking, listening and persuasive writing. It also supports preparation for debate-related tasks and comprehension of argument structures used in WASSCE.
Curriculum notes are a general guide to where this work normally sits. Always check the syllabus your school or examination body is currently using.
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8 questions with a worked answer after every attempt, and a SmartScore that tracks how close you are to mastery.