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1.1.1 Polite Language

English · Grade 9 · 2 lessons in the design

What this covers

  • Words and phrases used to express euphemism
  • Using euphemism to show politeness in conversation
  • Debate conventions and polite language on a citizenship topic

What you will be able to do

  • outline words and phrases used to express euphemism
  • use euphemism to show politeness in communication
  • conduct a debate while adhering to conventions of polite language
  • acknowledge the importance of politeness in communication

Key questions

“Why should we use polite language?”

“Why is it embarrassing to say some words in public?”

“How can we show good citizenship with regards to road safety?”

Lessons

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  1. Euphemism is a kind truth
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Name euphemisms such as pass on, visually impaired and senior citizen, and tell them apart from lies.
  2. Polite debate on road safety
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Use euphemism in a short conversation, then debate whether passengers can avert road crashes.