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We have been studying ‘Refugee boy’ by Benjamin Zephaniah in literacy and have just discovered that Alem, the key character in the story, has been denied his application for asylum in England. He now faces court where he will be questioned.

Focus for literacy: To create a persuasive speech in the role of Alem

Purpose: To persuade the court to reconsider their decision and grant Alem asylum in England.

Thinks to consider: Why should Alem be granted asylum in England?

Why is it not safe for him to return home?

Why should be remain in England? (Think about all the positive things Alem has achieved since arriving in England eg friendships, academic performance, the Fitzgerald family etc)

Remember those persuasive devices!

Questions to think about:

Do you think all products should be Fairtrade?

How does that affect the buyer?

How could you persuade companies eg Cadbury’s to sell more Fairtrade products?

There are proposals regarding the length of the school day. One of these proposals suggests that the school day should start at 8am and finish at 6pm. Do you agree?

Remember to make your argument clear, elaborate on your argument, use a range of conjunctions to link your ideas and use a range of persuasive devices.

Devices you may find useful include:

• Modal verbs – will, should
• Emotive language – appalling, remarkable, spectacular, detrimental
• Superlatives – best, most

You could also include a counter argument but remember to bounce back from it!!