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Year 8 · English

Use growing knowledge to support writing in Year 8 English

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Focus on using rhetorical and literary devices in writing. Start with “Vary Your Word Choice Using Synonyms”, then explain the idea in your own words.

Year 8 learners practise using rhetorical and literary devices in writing.

The activities include Vary Your Word Choice Using Synonyms, Develop Skills in Identifying Rhetorical Devices, Develop Skills in the Use of Spoken and Written English, and related practice. The checked support below includes video, teaching, worksheet, interactive. Open a resource in its provider's website and choose the format that best helps the learner explain the idea independently.

Activities covered

  • Vary Your Word Choice Using Synonyms
  • Develop Skills in Identifying Rhetorical Devices
  • Develop Skills in the Use of Spoken and Written English
  • Develop Skills in Using Literary Devices
  • Identify Differences Between Spoken and Written English
  • Identify Some Rhetorical Devices
  • Identify Synonyms to Improve Vocabulary
  • Know When To Use Formal or Informal Language
  • Practise Descriptive Writing Techniques
  • Understand How to Write a Formal Letter
  • Use Literary Devices
  • Use Standard Written and Spoken English
  • Use Synonyms to Vary Word Choices
  • Write About an Experience: The Day Trip

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WatchOak National Academy

The Power Of Rhetoric In Writing

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WatchOak National Academy

Delivering Persuasive Speeches

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Aristotles Triad

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WatchYouTube — Bristol Council: Employment, Skills & Learning

Formal vs Informal writing

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WatchOak National Academy

Using A Motif In Your Writing

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WatchOak National Academy

Planning A Narrative

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Aristotles Triad lesson slides

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Formal Letters Lesson Pack

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KS3 Formal Letters Lesson Pack

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