this IS the first in a 10-part series of articles on different types of writing.
Writing is a powerful tool. You can use it in many ways. One of these is to persuade somebody to agree with your point of view. This is called 'persuasive' writing.
As a reader you need to be able to recognise this type of writing. Read the following example and answer the questions.
Hong Kong Harbour Reclamation
Hong Kong's harbour is a natural sheltered harbour. The port has always been a key factor in the development and prosperity of Hong Kong, which is located on the Far East trade routes and is in the geographical centre of the Asia-Pacific Basin.
The advantages of the harbour go far beyond its use as a maritime asset. Local inhabitants and tourists alike can enjoy pleasure cruises that start and finish from various points. And the views from both sides are world class and can be enjoyed by everyone. This helps to attract many tourists who spend millions of dollars.
We must preserve our natural harbour and stop the politicians and other people from destroying our natural heritage for some half-baked notion of progress. Why do we need even more roads? Hong Kong is a small place that has too many vehicles. Private car ownership should not be important in a place which has some of the cheapest and most efficient public transport systems in the world.