Diploma Exam Preparation-Persuasive Writing in Context


In the first half of Unit 1, you learned about the Visual Reflection section of the diploma exam.  Now, you will learn about the Persuasive Writing in Context section of the diploma exam.  Your work in each of these diploma preparation tutorials will be valuable to you when it comes time to write your diploma exam, so take your time and learn the information and skills necessary to do well.

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In this Diploma Exam Preparation Tutorial, you will . . .


Focus on these essential concepts and facts as you work through the Persuasive Writing in Context section of the diploma exam preparation tutorial.  By the end of this unit, you should be able to recall and apply each of these concepts or facts.

  • What are you required to do on the Persuasive Writing in Context section of the diploma exam?
  • What percentage of your overall diploma exam mark is made up of the Persuasive Writing in Context section?
  • How much time should be spent on this section of the exam?
  • How long should your response be, and how should you organize it?
  • Are you required to choose a side on the issue being discussed?
  • What are the rules of this part of the exam?
    • Can you write in any format you choose?
    • Can or should you include a discussion of the texts you’ve read in this course?
    • Are you required to write about the texts provided on the exam itself?