Question 15
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2025
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EDO_L1
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objective
The school is launching a campaign to reduce plastic waste. Write an outline for a persuasive speech (about 80‑100 words) that encourages fellow students to bring reusable water bottles to school as part of the anti‑plastic initiative. Include at least one statistic, one emotional appeal, and a clear call to action.
Answer Options
A.
Outline:
1. Open with a personal anecdote about plastic litter.
2. Explain how recycling bins are already available at school.
3. Suggest students should use any type of bottle, disposable or not.
4. Mention a vague statistic about waste without numbers.
5. End with a generic reminder to be mindful of the environment.
Correct Answer
B.
Outline:
1. Hook with statistic about plastic bottle waste.
2. Describe the problem in school and its environmental impact (emotional appeal).
3. Propose the solution - each student brings a reusable bottle.
4. Cite a supporting statistic (e.g., 70% reduction).
5. Clear call to action: bring a bottle from tomorrow and join the anti‑plastic pledge.
C.
Outline:
1. Start with a statistic that 90% of plastic bottles are recycled successfully.
2. Describe the problem as minor and not urgent (emotional appeal downplayed).
3. Propose buying cheaper single‑use bottles in bulk as a solution.
4. Cite a supporting figure that shows a 5% increase in waste when reusable bottles are used.
5. Call to action: consider using disposable bottles only on special occasions.
D.
Outline:
1. Hook with a quote about recycling.
2. Discuss the school's existing recycling program and its successes.
3. Recommend students bring any bottle, even if it's single‑use, to recycle later.
4. Provide a statistic about the number of recycling bins on campus.
5. Conclude with a call to sort waste correctly rather than switching to reusable bottles.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
Outline:
1. Hook with statistic about plastic bottle waste.
2. Describe the problem in school and its environmental impact (emotional appeal).
3. Propose the solution - each student brings a reusable bottle.
4. Cite a supporting statistic (e.g., 70% reduction).
5. Clear call to action: bring a bottle from tomorrow and join the anti‑plastic pledge.
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