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My View- With Paul Lifschultz

PAFTV
Purpose - To Persuade
Audience - Paul Lifschultz
Form - Formal Letter
Tone - Persuasive
Voice - Teenager

Structure-

1. Intro, with my established view

2. Opposing View, Cutting down the points(5 marks)

3. My Own Views (5)

4. Conclusion

Opposing View

City Life is extremely demanding, A majority of people don't have time to idle around and small talk.

A friendly and overly amiable conduct is often met with suspicion, one of a cheat's greatest tactics.

Millennials(The Writer) often expect too much and over exaggerate what is now deemed normal.

The Writer's Views are outdated, obsolete

Negative Energy and aloofness is often projected by the youth

Cutting Down Points

- Sure city life is frantic but a simple Hello or even a smile doesn't cost you anything, it doesn't take all the time in the world.

- Being aware of your surroundings and conscious of your safety is always important but that doesn't give you the right to misinterpret someones good intentions.

- The Millennial view that children should be seen and not heard is often pressed upon us, when we voice our opinions it doesn't mean we are rebelling, we just want to be heard and have an equal say in things.

- Politeness is a characteristic that  naturally resides in everybody people just have different ways of expressing it. It can't ever be ''Outdated''

- Sometimes we are too caught up in our own thoughts to notice others, it's not personal.
- Having a bad day doesn't grant you the right to project it on others.

My Own Views

- Being polite instinctively makes you feel contented and happy initiates a good mood.

- Being polite naturally makes you more easy to be around, gets you a long way.

- The smallest things can make the biggest impacts. Can make someone's day

-  Creates and keeps the peace among people.

- Makes you more observant, builds a sense of emphathy

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My view : with paul
Purpose : To persuade
Audience : Paul
Form : Formal letter
Tone : Persuasive
Voice : Teenager

Structure :
- introduction:
introduction with established view
- opposing view:
"people just don't have the time,  they may be busy and in a hurry"

" employees
- cutting down the oppsoing view
- own view
- conclusion

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Established View:
I am with Mr Paul Lifschultz.

Structure: (5 parts)
1 Introduction
-introduce my view
-commend Mr Paul on his excellent write-up

2 Opposing view (5 points)

3 Cutting down opposing points (5 points)

4 My own view (5-6 points)

5 Conclusion
-sum up the importance of having common courtesy
-ending with a light tone, perhaps a funny remark

PAFTV:

Purpose: to persuade that people should have common courtesy

Audience: Paul Lifschultz

Form: formal letter

Tone: persuasive

Voice: Teenager

Persuasive devices:
1 Personal anecdote:
I once met a very friendly lady who smiled at me and greeted me. I had a bad day because of a failed assignment but she lifted my spirits. It took her two seconds but she made my day.

2 Rhetorical question:
If you simply say good afternoon to the passer by, how could they possibly track you down and rob you?

3 Facts:
A study by the New York Behavioural Institute revealed that teenagers with polite manners are twice as likely to be employed and accepted into colleges. Employers and college administrators state that having good manners is a reflection of an individual and makes a strong impression.

4 Studies (evidence):
In an experiment by professor Charles Brown, a social psychologist, it was discovered that when a group of participants were told to be polite and listen to the other person before discussions, a greater number of facts and opinions were communicated as opposed to participants who were told to state their opinion no matter what.

5 Rhetorical question: If you came to work and ignored your boss's greeting and walked straight past your colleagues, wouldn't that give them a wrong impression of you? Why should you treat anyone else different?

6 Rhetorical question: How can we expect the younger generation to behave properly and be courteous if we do not set an example?

7 Short powerful sentence: No, they cannot.

8 Statistics: A news article by the New York University, by a psychology student stated that classrooms where children are required to be polite and courteous perform 20% better on average than classrooms where children are left to their own means.

9 Figures: A study revealed that you are 3 times more likely to help out someone you have exchanged a greeting with than a random passer by.

10 Modal auxilary: We should expect people to behave appropriately and be civil at work.

11 Emotive language: If you were an old and frail lady, wouldn't you feel aghast and hurt if you were shoved aside by a rude stranger? Wouldn't your knees tremble and your strength fade if you were crammed in a crowded subway forced to stand on your feet for hours on end because no one would lend you a seat?

Planning:

1) Opposing view (5 points)
2) Cutting down opposing view (5 points)

Point 1: In this time and age, especially in busy and crowded cities, people are out and about. They are too busy and preoccupied and so cannot be polite to everyone and greet every person they see.

Cutting down point: Saying good morning to the cashier serving you or simply smiling at a nearby passenger with a nod of your head does not take much time. It can make someone's day and even make you feel better. Such simple gestures should not be taken so lightly. They show respect and civility.

Persuasive device: I once met a very friendly lady who smiled at me and greeted me. I had a bad day because of a failed assignment but she lifted my spirits. It took her two seconds but she made my day.

Point 2: Nowadays, people can actually think you are suspicious for being friendly. We hear of kidnappers and scammers using friendly tones and appear vulnerable. It is much safer to simply mind your business.

Cutting down point: You do not have to get into the details of your life and your whereabouts. Simply be polite and greet people whilst maintaining your privacy.

Persuasive device: If you simply say good afternoon to the passer by, how could they possibly track you down and rob you?

Point 3: In many cases people over exaggerate. Teenagers who people claim are rowdy and disrespectful do not mean any harm and that is just the way they are.

Cutting down point: Although teenagers are certainly different from the older generation, that does not give them the right to stop using common greetings and be polite. Politeness is not a personality trait, it is a societal expectation. Being polite can actually benefit teenagers.

Persuasive device: A study by the New York Behavioural Institute revealed that teenagers with polite manners are twice as likely to be employed and accepted into colleges. Employers and college administrators state that having good manners is a reflection of an individual and makes a strong impression.

Point 4: Individual self expression and the pursuit of one's goal is more important than common civilities.

Cutting down point: One can express his or her self without having to be rude to shouting down other people. In fact, being polite makes it easier to communicate with others.

Persuasive device: In an experiment by professor Charles Brown, a social psychologist, it was discovered that when a group of participants were told to be polite and listen to the other person before discussions, a greater number of facts and opinions were communicated as opposed to participants who were told to state their opinion no matter what.

Point 5: Some people may have had a bad day at work or are too stressed out. You must excuse them for not being in the mood for greeting everyone with a smile.

Cutting down point: Having a bad day at work does not give someone the excuse to be rude. Sparing a second to say good morning will not amplify your stress and can actually make you feel better as the other person is likely to smile back and greet you back.

Persuasive device: If you came to work and ignored your boss's greeting and walked straight past your colleagues, wouldn't that give them a wrong impression of you? Why should you treat anyone else different?

3) My own view (6 points)

Point 1: Everyone should have good manners and be courteous. It does not matter who they are. Teenagers should be courteous but so do their parents and elders.

Persuasive device: How can we expect the younger generation to behave properly and be courteous if we do not set an example?

Point 2: Parents should teach their children, especially teenagers, good manners and polite behaviour. Teenagers should not get away with being rude and demanding. Parents think they can get away with it.

Persuasive device:  No they cannot.

Point 3: In the classroom,  being polite promotes a more positive learning environment and allows the learning process to go smoother and students will perform better.

Persuasive device: A news article by the New York University, by a psychology student stated that classrooms where children are required to be polite and courteous perform 20% better on average than classrooms where children are left to their own means.

Point 4: Common courtesy increases the likelihood of people helping each other and becoming closer in the community. When you are friendly to a stranger and they are friendly back, you are more likely to form a friendship with them, help them out or be surprised by them lending you a hand without any hesitation.

Persuasive device: A study revealed that you are 3 times more likely to help out someone you have exchanged a greeting with than a random passer by.

Point 5: Being polite does not just help in classrooms, but in businesses too. Employees can be encouraged and rewarded for being polite, courteous and well-mannered as that leads to a more positive work environment and better relations between staff.

Persuasive device: We should expect people to behave appropriately and be civil at work.

Point 6: Being civil and respectful ensures the elderly and frail people of the community will be cared for and their needs are met.

Persuasive device: If you were an old and frail lady, wouldn't you feel aghast and hurt if you were shoved aside by a rude stranger? Wouldn't your knees tremble and your strength fade if you were crammed in a crowded subway forced to stand on your feet for hours on end because no one would lend you a seat?

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Structure: 5 parts

-  Intro

- Opposing view 5 points

- Cutting down of opposing points - all 5 points

- Your own view - 5 to 6 points

- Conclusion

PAFTV
p-to persuade
a-Paul
f-Formal letter
tone-persuasive
voice-

,1) Establishing your view
-agree with Paul

2)Opposing View-5

People in the city may not have the time, they be busy or in a hurry                                              Cut down: Being polite takes no more then two seconds, a simple good morning, smile, or even a hi

If the employers aren't nice to the customers and vise ver, how can you expect them to be polite first?                                  Cut down:If we all made the conscious effort to be

Nowadays people think you are being suspecious for being polite, as you hear about kidnappers                                     Cut down:Simply saying goodmorning or hi or smiling is not suspicious

Sometimes people have had a bad day or are very stressed out from life's pressures, you can not expect them to be kind on top of that                                 Cut down:Being stressed or having a bad day is not an excuse for being rude, it can actually make you feel better to smile at someone and get the same back.

Times are changing so people are not expected to act with politness anymore, the population is only growing           Cut down:Although the population is growing, people feel even more and more lonely, so it is important to stay comnected and be kind.

3)My Own View-6

Employers look for politeness as it helps promote a better work environment, this is the same in schools

Parents should teach their children manners from a young age, and children should help their parents stay polite

With people feeling lonlier and lonlier and people becoming colder and colder, it is necessary that we are kind to each other to keep a sense of community and humanity, we dont want to be becoming robots!

By being kind you can make someone's day

Being kind makes you feel happy and satissfied too

Being polite can create mutual respect between parents and their elders as well as people around them

4)Conclusion:

Three to four lines confirming my view point

5)Persuasive Devices:

Personal pronouns

allitiration

rule of 3

repetition

modal auxillaries

personal anecdote

facts and figures

rhetorical question

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PAFTV -
Purpose - To persuade
Audience - Paul Lifschultz
Form - Formal Letter
Tone - Persuasive, formal
Voice - Teenager

Structure
1- Introduction
2- Opposing view
3- Cutting down opposing view (5)
4- Own view (5)
5- Conclusion

introduction
start off my letter while establishing my view and cutting down opposing points

Opposing view

Different conduct is expected today

The writer's views are bygone

The writer is slightly over exagerating, expects too much

Today's cities are much more fast paced, less time to greet, etc.

not speaking from a very practical view, is only reminiscant of what the past was like ( outdated )

Cutting down opposing view

Being polite won't take hours on end, it takes a minute or less of your time.

adults sometimes tend to criticize and exaggerated a teenagers behavior

Standing up for what you believe in is perceived as rude and impolite.

Having shown positivity will enlighten your mood as well

Not everyone is a threat to your well-being. You should be conscious of who you interact with but that does not mean the people are out to deceive you. People shouldn't judge others so fast

My own view
- it may sometimes be difficult to go out of your day when you are in a rush to greet someone, or hold the door. However, it is still important to show courtesy and kindness to others as a small gesture
- even a small act of kindness can mean a lot to some people and lighten up their day
-being polite towards your own family can create strong bonds along with mutual respect
- manners and politeness should be taught to kids from a young age so they get used to that type of lifestyle
- being polite can benefit us in school and social life as it will be easier to get along with others as well as in businesses as its a great method of persuasion or marketing.

Conclusion:

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MY VIEW: with Paul Lifschultz
PAFTV:
purpose - to persuade
audience - Paul Lifschultz
form - formal letter
tone - persuasive
voice - teenager

STRUCTURE:
1) Introduction
2) Opposing view (5 points)

"life in big towns and cities is
too frenetic these days for the niceties of polite behaviour."

"no longer observe everyday courtesies...cultures would have expected of them just a decade ago."

"‘Good morning’ to a fellow
passenger on a commuter train is met with suspicion"

"if we don’t expect children to behave courteously...can hardly expect them to become civilized adults"

"politeness is considered a valuable business skill."

3)  cutting down of opposing view

Although it is true that people these days are too busy and preoccupied in their own lives, sparing a few seconds to smile at a passerby, say 'good morning' or simply ask how someones day was so far isn't that difficult. In fact, it could make someones day better -  even if very slightly.

Some people might argue that the 'courtesies' our cultures once expected from us are bygones. What people fail to understand is that most of these courtesies are universal and still apply in a persons life.

It is understandable for people to be suspicious of others especially when places are crowded and there is a high chance of you being pick pocketed. But it is not okay to unnecessarily doubt everyone you come across. It is okay to be cautious about your safety and your belongings, but it does not excuse a rude attitude you might adopt solely based on assumptions about someones intention of saying 'good morning' or engaging you in a conversation.

It may not be that young people are rude and impolite,  but it may be the adults exaggerating their actions and behaviour. Most of the time, adults consider what is called 'standing up for oneself' to be a teenager misbehaving. It may also be that adults expect too much from young people these days and expect them to behave the way they deem suitable and courteous.

politeness that can be seen in business seminars is not 'fake sincerity' but a business ethic. It is expected from everyone in a business meeting or seminar to be polite and courteous. Salespeople for example, are anticipated to behave courteously so they can attract customers and persuade them to buy a product. It is not fake sincerity, but a requirement.

4) Own view (5-6 points)

being polite and courteous shouldn't be a choice but a responsibility. It is something everyone should practice in their daily lives.

saying good morning or returning someones kind gesture does not take more than a second and we should adopt such good habits in our lives

you cannot regard everyone as being discourteous or impolite solely based on an unpleasant  experience you went through once or twice

teenagers are not as rude and impolite as adults might say them to be. It might be that their expectations from us are too high and that they anticipate perfect behavior from us all the time.

It is better to be kind and spread positivity instead of keeping to yourself and being rude or unmannerly with an excuse, "I'm too busy with my work and cannot afford to think about other things or people"

5) conclusion

very brief summary of all the points

light-hearted comment

DEVICES:
persuasive devices I plan on using
1) rhetorical questions
2) superlatives
3) personal anecdote
4) short sentences
5) emotive language

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PAFTV:
purpose - To persuade
audience - Paul
Form - Formal letter
Tone - Persuasive

Structure:
1) Introduction
2) Opposing view
3) cutting down of opposing views (5 points)
4) Own view ( 5 points )
5) Conclusion

Opposing view:
-different and eerie types of behaviour is expected today

-teenagers are stressed due to the heavy workload enforced on them

-teenagers nowadays usually prefer since to only communicate with people familiar due to them being comfortable with those select people

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PAFTV
purpose: to persuade my own opinion
audience: Paul Lifschultz
form: letter
tone: persuasive, formal
voice: a teenager

structure
1. intro
- state reason for writing letter (giving my views after reading article)
- establish my view

2. opposing view
> different conduct is expected today
> the writer's views are bygone
> the writer is slightly over exxagerating, expects too much
> today's cities are much more fast paced, less time to greet, etc. everyone
> writer is not speaking from a very practical view, he is only reminiscant of what the past was like

3. cutting down of opposing points
> although different conduct is expected today, and the writer's views are bygonr this should not be the case since we are all still humans, we should all still treat each other with respect, and show courtesy to each other
> the writer is not exxagerating, he is only showing how deeply he feels about this subject. he is trying to show the importance of being courteous
> being polite and greeting somebody does not take a long time, it does not take any significant time away from your busy day
> he is reminiscant of the old days because he is sad and disappointed that the times and people have changed so much, that they can't even show slight courtesy to each other

4. my own view
it may sometimes be difficult to go out of your day when you are in a rush to greet someone, or hold the door. However, it is still important to show courtesy and kindness to others as a small gesture, like a smile, could make a person's day, and lift their spirits. It is not very difficult to show small actions of kindness, and it will not only make the other person feel good, but it will also make you happy.
Everyone deserves kindess and respect, and should be a very important lesson taught to children by their parents, teachers, and other adults in their life.
A small act of kindness can spread around. You smile at someone, lift their spirits, they go greet the cashier, the cashier goes and holds the door for their coworker... and it keeps going on.

5. conclusion
in conclusion, it is understandable that people of today have less time, but it is important for the community to, once a while, show some signs of respect kindness and love towards the people around them, even if it is small

persuasive devices
- rule of three
- rhetorical question
- figure of speech (similes/metaphor)
- chatty style
- short sentence

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n 'PAFTV
Purpose: To persuade
Audience: Paul Lifscultz
Form: Formal letter
Tone: Persuasive
Voice: Teenager
Structure
1 Introduction
- Establish my view and complement Mr.Pauls work

2 Opposing view (5 points)

a) People may be too stressed out or had an awful day so they are not in the mood to greet others with smiles .

b) Teenagers nowadays are rowdy and not usd to saying 'thank you' and 'good morning' but they do not mean any disrespect

c) Sometimes people are very buy or in a hurry so they do not have the time to greet others or simply forget

d)  Being kind to random people or talking to them in general nowadays can give the impression that you have bad intentions towards them

e) There are people that try to take advantage of people that seem kind or generous such as kidnappers or theives which can pose a threat to an individual

3 Cutting down opposing points (5 points)

a) Research shows that being kind to others or slightly generous activates the striatum area of the brain which improves ones overall mood and releives stress

b)  Rowdy or not, morals are morals. Being part of  different generation and ne times does not excuse you from having basic manners.

c) Telling a person ' thank you ' or 'good morning' does not take five seconds of your time and can improve the mood of others.

d) By being kind, you do not have to start a conversation or say something long that may seem eerie. A simple 'good morning' cn suffice and most people do not find such a simple phrase creepy

e)  Yes, that may be true. However, if that idea scares you, the do not sta near strangers that are trying to strike conversations ith you. Just because there are people that may pose a threat to you for being courteous does not mean you lose basic manners

4 My own view (5-6 points)

1. Showing simple courtesy improves your reputation locally and gains others respect

2. Showing courtesy in your workplace or home helps reduce conflict.

3. A research carried out in a Mntessori private classroom showed that learning and showing common courtesy can improve productivity of each student.

4.  Courtesy should not be used as a business skill because it is basic manners

5. No one can suceed without showig courtesy and kindness.

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PAFTV -
Purpose - To persuade my own opinion
Audience - Paul Lifschultz
Form - Formal Letter
Tone - Persuasive and formal
Voice - Teenager

introduction
start off my letter while establishing my view
opposing view
-today's cities and lifestyles are fast paced and there is no time to greet anyone,etc.
- different conduct is expected today.
- the writer's views are outdated and he exaggerates the topic too much.
-some people may be too stressed about their own day to focus on being polite to others
- the writer is only focusing on the past so his view isn;t really practical
cutting down of points:
-greeting someone or doing a simple act of kidness takes barely anytime.
- eventhough things have changed, we are all still human and we must be polite and respectful to eachother.
- his views may seem bygone and exaggerated but this is just his way of expressing how people have forgotten about being courteous and how it should still be important to us.
-we aren't having a bad day because of others so we must let out our anger on them and being polite might even enlighten our own mood.
- he compares it to the past beacuse he is dissapointed of how people have changed and forgotten how to do even the simplest acts of courtesy.
my own view:
- even the smallest acts of courtesy can turn us into being a better person and giving off a good first impression and makes you a likeable person
- the smallest acts of kidness can mean a lot to some people and can help make their day better
-being polite towards your own family can create strong bonds along with mutual respect
- manners and politeness should be taught to kids from a young age so they get used to that type of lifestyle
- being polite can benefit us in school as it will be easier to get along with others as well as in businesses as it can be a great method for persuasion or marketing.
conclusion
2-3 lines

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PAFTV
Purpose: To peruade my opinion
Audience: Paul Lifschultz
Form: Formal letter
Tone: Persuasive, assertive
Voice: Teenager

Structure:
1) Introduction/ establishing my view (3-4 lines)
2) Opposing view(5 points)
3) Cutting down of opposing view(5 points)
4) My own view( 5 points)
5) Conclusion

Persuasive devices to be used:
1)Personal annectodes
2)Rhetorical quetions
3)Hyperbole
4)Simile
5)Quotation marks

Introduction:
State my view and reason why I'm writing the letter

Planning:
1) Opposing view(5 points)
2) Cutting down of opposing view(5 points)

Point 1: In our age,  people could take advantage of being polite(e.g strangers greeting children)
Cutting down point: A simple greeting like "Hello" would be more than enough

Point 2: People nowadays are too busy and preoccupied with important things so they might forget to greet the people who they pass by
Cutting down Point: Despite people being preoccupied with other things, being polie with someone you dont know might turn their negative day into a positive one

Point 3: We should excuse some people who might seem impolite as they most probably had a bad day at work and might have mistakenly taken their anger out at the wrong people
Cutting down point: People need to leave their problems and issues at work and stop involving others because it's unfair to them

Point 4: We are living in an age where every single person can express their opinion, which would result in  some people not having the basic etiquettes that are required when  speaking and debating
Cutting down point: Those group of individuals should review themselves as it is part of our nature as humans to be kind and polite

Point 5:  Some adults might be exaggerating the way young people behave and are still thinking that the current generation acts and behaves like the previous ones
Cutting down point: The reason for some adults exaggerating the actions of young people is due to them being worried about the way they will behave once they become adults
My own view

1) From a business aspect, being polite with consumers would lead to more consumers being attracted to the business
2)Being polite with others  could ease things instead of being rude which would make things more complicated with the people you're communicating with
3) It will lead to their being a positive environment in classrooms and offices where people will perform better
4) By respecting and being polite to the elderly, you will be willing to help them with anything without any objections
5) Parents will be pleased with their children who show respect and politeness to them and would be proud of the way they raised them

Conclusion
2-3 lines

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PAFTV
Purpose: To persuade my view
Audience:  Paul Lifshultz
Form: Formal letter
Tone: Persuasive, formal
Voice: Teenager

Structure
1- Introduction
2- Opposing view
3- Cutting down the opposing view (5)
4- Own view (5)
5- Conclusion

1- Introduction

-> stating the purpose of writing the letter
-> Establishing the view

2. Opposing view

1- Writers views outdated
2- Lack of time for people to show courtesy to a large extent (city life)
3-  Writer could be exaggerating and generalizing to the younger generation.
4. Writer seems more nostalgic or 'stuck in the past'.
5. Exaggerated courtesy can be seen as suspicious or dangerous.

3. Cutting down opposing view

1. The writers views are not outdated, but rather this shows that he is a respectful and considerate person. He believes that people require a show of kindness to get through the day. As showing courtesy should not be a period of time.
2. Though people in large cities tend to be busy, it is not considered that hard to smile or to say a simple greeting to people such as "good morning" while passing by. Not all courtesy needs to be shown in a huge gesture.
3. Not all of the younger generation is disrespectful or ignorant towards showing courtesy. Teenagers show respect in different ways either through a smile or engaging in the conversation with adults. Adults may be enraged due to some aspect in their life and take it out on strangers accidentally.
4. The writer may be nostalgic of his past as he is disappointing in the change of courtesy for further generations, as according to him the newer generations seem to be ignorant and rude to each other. He probably remembers a time when people showed a great amount of courtesy and  to him it was an easier life.
5. People nowadays do not see a lot of courtesy given to them, so this may result into think a person only wants to talk to distract them to steal their money etc.This shows that the trust between people has disappeared as they have been disappointed that no one can show respect without having an ulterior motive. So when someone is trying to show courtesy it is good to acknowledge it but perhaps with a distance in case the person seems to be dangerous.

4. My Own View

1. Showing courtesy shows you as a respectful and considerate person. It is good to at least show a smile or say "good morning" to people, even if you are not having a good day, maybe saying "good morning" will make the day better for another person.
2. Showing courtesy improves self-confidence, this is because you would know you are saying and doing the right thing and so you would not have to worry about every word you say and whether people are judging you.
3. Giving someone respect and showing them kindness is a very important trait to have as a human being and to move further in life. This should be taught to everyone: children, adults etc.
4. Having courtesy helps even in professional life, as being kind to a
customer or your boss will earn you their respect and so they will keep you in their mind next time. Though fake courtesy can be recognized, courtesy should be seen as an act of heart.
5. Common courtesy not only helps in the business side of life but also the personal side. This is because calling a friend or a family relative occasionally will show that you care for them, showing courtesy to your grandparents and parents or any person older than your age,notifies them that you respect all that they have done for you and for there families and deserve to be listened to and responded to.

5.Conclusion

In conclusion, it is considered valuable to have courtesy. Though it may be recognized that it can not be seen when busy, but it important to show it once and awhile. But it is especially important to teach children that showing courtesy is important to them as a person in life moving further, as well as its impact on someone else's life.

Persuasive devices

- Rule of three
- Rhetorical questions
- Personal anecdotes
- Modal auxiliaries

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With Mr. Paul -

PAFTV -
Purpose - To persuade my opinion
Audience - Paul Lifschultz
Form - Formal Letter
Tone - Persuasive
Voice - Teenager

Structure -
1. Introduction - State my view (there was no other choice but to agree)
2. Opposing view (5 points)
3. Cutting down of opposing views(all of the 5 points)
4. My own views (5 or 6 points)
5. Conclusion - Maybe end with a small joke.

Opposing view and cutting them down -

1. Point 1 -
- Some people may be too busy to say 'good morning' and have other important matters to deal with. What if someone was in a rush because of an emergency? He wouldn't say things like that because it's more important than saying 'good morning' to everyone who passes by.
Cut down -
-  It doesn't take a lot of time to say 'good morning' or 'thank you' to anyone. It takes you only 1 second to say that and less to say 'thank you'. The person doesn't need to say these gestures to EVERYONE who passes by, maybe just the people who say it to the person.

2. Point 2 -
- Say some people are being kind to you. What if they are being a bit too kind? That seems a little bit too much. Just a simple 'Hello' will suffice and no need to be that kind to anyone.
Cut down -
- It is perfectly okay to be kind to someone. Common courtesy isn't about going full out on being kind, just the basic manners are needed. Yes it is kind of weird to go full out and be over-kind, but that is not what I am saying, just saying 'good morning' back or a 'thank you' will be enough.

3. Point 3 -
- It might not be the right time or person you are talking to. When you say these things to someone who hasn't had the best of days, he might be taking his/her anger out at you.
Cut down -
- Sometimes saying these small, kind gestures can make a person's day. He/she might feel a little bit more calm after hearing them and feel less stressed out, and maybe go throughout their day peacefully, all because of your kind gesture.

4. Point 4 -
- You should be careful who you are interacting with though. Some people can seem polite by being very nice with you and acting very polite, but they might be a dangerous person e.g. a kidnapper. He/she might lure you or the child close enough and well...
Cut down -
- Not everyone you see acting polite is a kidnapper. Sure it is dangerous to interact with everyone, but you can't suspect everyone is a kidnapper or another dangerous person. Who knows? He/she might feel guilty and stop? It's always best not to judge and still be kind to people, just not everybody; as in saying 'good morning' to EVERY passerby.

5. Point 5 -
- It's important to show your feelings to show how you really feel. If people see as a person who is always optimistic and kind, they will take advantage and start using you for their own needs. You don't want to attend a party and be optimistic when something bad has happened to you. You shouldn't attend and tell them that something personal has happened and you can't attend it. It's sometimes reasonable to not show "common courtesy"
Cut down -
- Common courtesy shouldn't be something that big. Common courtesy is saying the small kind gestures like 'please' or 'thank you'. And even if you conceal what you really feel and hide the negatives in your life, you will learn to control yourself to focus on the happy aspects of your life. If you focus on the negatives, your reputation will be as a negative person. Showing common courtesy is a great way to start off or fix your reputation by building it up as a nice person.

My own views -

- Saying these kind gestures will definitely make someone's day much better, even by a small amount.
- Us being courteous or not courteous will speak volumes about our reputation. Most of us don't want a tarnished reputation as a negative or mean person in society. Once people get that in their heads, they won't interact with you at all because of the fear of you hurting them.
- Some people do it just for showing off and expect some kind of reward from it. I believe it is wrong because that isn't common courtesy. Common courtesy comes from what your intention really is, and if your intention is to show-off, then it is not common courtesy.
- In a busy society with lots of crowds, it is hard to move around. You will probably barely see anyone saying a 'good morning' or 'thank you'. The people at restaurant counters probably do it just so they won't get fired. But when someone really means to say 'thank you', it's best to return a compliment back. Slowly the society will be more nicer and it will give off more kind vibes.
- I think that handling your emotions and staying positive is always strong and will be one of your biggest strengths against others. If it's something serious like losing a friend, it is reasonable to not show it, but other than that, you are very strong and will succeed/progress in life quicker than anyone else

Persuasive devices -
- Anecdote : I once was at a supermarket next to my apartment, and the staff weren't really kind that day. So I showed those gestures just to make their day at least a tiny bit better.
- Quote (in the ending) : Eric Hoffer says "Rudeness is a weak man's imitation of strength"
- Rhetorical questions : Won't it be nice to say 'thank you' to a hard working laborer?
-  Personal pronouns : I believe, I think, he, she, we (most important)
-  Emotive language : Won't it hurt to see a hard working cashier pressurized by all the flooding orders she has to take? And on top of that no one is saying 'thank you'?
- Fact (I actually conducted this) : It takes about 1.11 seconds to say 'thank you' and about 0.9 seconds to say 'please'. Now that doesn't take much time right?

Conclusion -
- To conclude...(state all the reasons I agree and all the possible reasons to disagree, then end with quote. )

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My view:
With Mr. Paul

PAFTV
Purpose: To persuade
Audience: Paul Lifchultz
Form: Formal Letter
Tone: persuasive
Voice: A Teenager

Structure
1. Introduction (3-4 lines)
2. Opposing View (5 points)

At this day and time, people are too occupied with their own lives and issues to subconsciously be polite to everyone they may come across

"life in big towns and cities is
too frenetic these days for the niceties of polite behavior."

an act of kindness is portrayed as weakness. Teenagers and adults value ego over all

‘Good morning’ to a fellow
passenger on a commuter train is met with suspicion"

The ability to voice your won opinion is constrained when you are deemed as 'too polite'

Stress, pressure and personal issues may contribute to people being portrayed as impolite

Not everyone is as they seem. Sometimes an act of kindness could potentially put your life and safety at risk

3. Cutting down opposing view
points (5 points)

Being polite to someone wont take hours on end, it may take a minute of your time.

Sometimes adults have a tendency to criticize and exaggerated on a teenagers behavior

Standing up for what you believe in is perceived as rude and impolite.

Having shown positivity will enlighten your mood as well

Not everyone is a threat to your well-being. You should be conscious of who you interact with but that does not mean the people are out to deceive you. People shouldn't be so quick to judge

4. Supporting view (5 points)

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5. Conclusion (3-4 lines)
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Persuasive Devices

1. Rhetorical Question

2. Statistics

3. Emotive Language

4. Short Sentences

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My view :
Agree with Paul

PAFTV:
Purpose -  to persuade
Audience -  Paul Lifschultz
Form - formal letter
Tone - persuasive
Voice - teenager

Structure:
1 . Introduction (3-4)
Establishing my viewpoint and explaining it further for 3-4 lines .

2. Opposing view (5)
-  In this world people are just occupied with their work and don't have enough time for others even strangers. Just being polite to everyone will make their day . We live in such a world that we're compelled to lose faith in each other .
cutting down -

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PAFTV:
Purpose: Persuade my opinion
Audience: Paul Lifchultz
Form: Formal letter writing
Tone: Persuasive, assertive
Voice: Teenager

Structure:

1)Introduction / establishing my view(3-4 lines)

2) Opposing view(5 points)
1) People might be too busy and life may be too fast paced and frenetic that it may leave no time for politeness.

2) Some People might feel threatened and creeped out by complete strangers greeting them randomly as sometimes people like kidnappers act nice to lure you into lowering your guard.

3) People might be too stressed out because of work or other personal things and this may result in their built up anger being taken out on the wrong person

4) In a day and age where voicing your opinion has become so easy and people more or less constantly voice their opinions on the internet  so they may just want to be heard which may result in being rude

5) Sometimes adults may over exaggerate the misbehavior of younger people as  they have an "outdated" mindset and may expect the current generation to be just as obedient and polite as them.

3) Cutting down opposing view (5 points)
1) Even though people may be too busy, it doesn't mean common curtsies can be forgotten it takes only but a moment to say good morning or wave and if you can't even do that a small smile would suffice.

2) We live in a world more safe than ever, though we may feel endangered but that is only because information as become more easy to access by people, so even if one bad event happens we think t always happens. There is no need to fell threatened in a relatively safe society.

3) Yes people get stressed due to work, I get stressed sometimes, but it is important to control your anger. You can't take out your anger on people that have nothing to do with you having a bad day, try relaxing your self and being calm and composed. Perhaps being kind to others could help you de-stress due to the positive atmosphere

4) Even though voicing your opinion has become easier to do it doesn't mean you can not voice your opinion in a mannered and composed fashion. It is better to listen to what the other person has to add to the argument before you jump to conclusions and assumptions.  This even leads to misunderstanding the other persons point in the first place.

5) Though older people may sometimes expect more as they are from a time where manners were considered vital to a person's character. We must also remember that society had certain standards in place and can only tolerate a certain amount of misbehavior, so it is better to be mannered rather than being rude so you may remain on the safe side.

4)My own views coinciding with Paul (5 points)
1) Research from The Empire State University shows that being kind to others actually naturally increases the release of happy hormones in the body

2) Showing kindness may make someone else's day. For example if someone has just lost some one close to them and you greet them with kindness it can help lift their mood up as in time of hardships humans tend to see even the smallest acts of kindness

3) Showing common courtesies can help make your environment better. If you go out of your way to help and show kindness it would motivate others to show kindness as well, it would inspire them to become better humans

4) Being polite can help you even in business situations especially where marketing is concerned as you have to communicate with people

5) Being polite can help create mutual respect between elders and their subordinates as both parties treat each other with kindness.

5)Conclusion (3-4 lines confirming my view)

Persuasive devices I plan on using:
Personal anecdotes
Modal Auxiliaries
Rhetorical questions
Emotive language
Quotes

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PAFTV:
Purpose: Persuade that own opinion is right
Audience: Paul Lifschultz
Form: Formal letter
Tone: Persuasive
Voice: Teenager

Structure:
a. Introduction + establishment of Own view. 2-3 lines maximum.
b. Opposing view (5)
1. These days, it is not as safe to greet people as before (e.g., a robber greets you, learns who you are and then steals all your belongings.)
2. It is important to be able to express yourself, as well as pursuing your own goals.
3. People are often very busy and stressed these days, and so can not always be polite to everyone else.
4.Everyone should get the chance to voice their own views on something, which may not come easily when very polite.
5. Many people lack the time to be polite and nice, and so, as they may be doing something important, they don't have much of a choice.
c. Cutting down opposing view (Same 5)
1. People can simply be polite while avoiding sensitive or dangerous topics, so that they retain their manner while staying safe.
2. If expressing yourself and pursuing your goals will harm or irritate others, which can affect your relationships, then it is best to be polite and keep good relationships.
3. Being kind to other people will not further stress someone out, and may help you relax or make you feel better inside.
4. If you interrupt someone to voice your view, you may irritate them and, if done repeatedly, harm the relationship between the two of you.
5. It does not take much time at all to kindly greet someone else, or even to just smile politely.
d. Own view (Paul's) (5)
1. Being polite in our business lives at least can help them succeed in that aspect, especially when selling/marketing products.
2. Being polite with others makes whatever process happening happen smoother, i.e. with less friction and in a more relaxed way.
3. In classrooms it encourages a more positive and better learning environment.
4.  It encourages and fosters respect and care for the weak and elderly.
5. Especially teaching children  this leads to better respect of adults and better harmony in households.
e. Conclusion. 2-3 lines maximum

Devices to use:
Rhetorical questions
Personal anecdotes
Comparisons
Similes
Modal auxiliaries