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This Web Quest will allow for the students to be able to write persuasively using figurative language. Also, the students will be able to develop skills in being selective with the materials they choose to view.

Specific Objectives

	The students will be able to recognize figurative language.
	The students will be able to write using figurative language (euphemisms, synonyms, etc.) to make their ideas more interesting.
	The students will be able to speak using figurative language in the correct context.
	The students will be able to use various links to gather information about how to write using figurative language.
	The students will be able to sort through numerous links and dismiss the links that are of no use to them in this assignment.

General Objectives

	The students will be able to write using a broader and more diverse vocabulary.
	The students will be able to speak using proper English.
	The students will be able to speak using figurative language in the correct context.
	The students will be able to know when a person is using figurative language to persuade by listening.
	The students will be able to enjoy learning new styles of persuasive speech using figurative language.
	The students will be able to value the various techniques used in the English language to persuade.
	The students will be able to appreciate the time it takes to improve their usage of English.
	The students will be able to see how many useful links there are among the plethora of nonessential links.

Click the link below to view the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening.

Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening

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