A Debate About Earthquakes Write a speech for a debate that is either in favour of or against the following statement:
‘It is not earthquakes that kill people; it is poor building and planning that does.’
Success Criteria
I MUST: z„
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State whether I agree or disagree with this statement.
Give at least three reasons why I feel this way. I SHOULD:
Use evidence from this chapter and refer to my case studies.
I COULD: z„ z„
Research the topic further online.
Ask a friend or family member to read over my speech when it is finished and to give me their opinion on it.
Self-Assessment
Look over your work. Write down two things that you think you did well and one thing that you think you could improve on based on the success criteria.
Redrafting
Now read the success criteria once again to make sure you have met all requirements. Taking into account your self-assessment notes, make any changes you think are needed. When you are happy, prepare to read your speech to the class.
