Features of Discussion writing
writing)
• clear introductory statement
• written in the present tense
• usually written in third person (sometimes second
when speaking directly to the reader)
• use Of rhetorical questions
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• includes abstract nouns (truth, justice)
• use Of varied connectives
• impartial — writing doesn't take sides until the end
• use of 'weasel words'
• written to state both sides of an argument clearly
and fairly
• often ends with a conclusion or recommendation
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