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Example of a persuasive writing task
Call monitoring Computer chip
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New technologies have provided society with more ways to record and keep information about its people but this has led to a loss of privacy. The loss of privacy is justified by the benefits gained.Do you agree with this statement? Write an argument to persuade the reader of your point of view. You may wish to consider the following points as you plan your writing: technology provides information that people are not aware of the kind of information being collected may save lives about them In your writing you should provide reasons to support your argument. Write persuasively so that the reader is convinced by your argument.
HINTS Use the planning time to organise your ideas. Stay on the topic: The loss of privacy resulting from new technologies is justified by the benefits gained. Your writing should include an introduction and a conclusion. Write in paragraphs. Write in sentences that are well structured and varied. Use correct spelling and punctuation. Keep your writing concise. Use the time at the end of the task to edit your writing.
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