Unit 4 Formative Assessment

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof or certainty. For example, saying 'Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor' is an opinion.

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What is a fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false. For example, 'The Earth revolves around the Sun' is a fact.

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What is persuasive writing?

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Persuasive writing is a type of writing that aims to convince the reader to accept a particular point of view or opinion.

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What is a subordinate clause?

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A subordinate clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. For example, 'Since the Chicago Cubs won the World Series' is a subordinate clause.

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What is the purpose of supporting opinions with facts in persuasive writing?

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Supporting opinions with facts makes the argument more convincing and credible.

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Identify the difference between fact and opinion.

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A fact can be verified and is objective, while an opinion is subjective and based on personal feelings.

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What is an example of a fact?

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An example of a fact is 'Maltese dogs originated from Malta, a country in Europe.'

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What is an example of an opinion?

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An example of an opinion is 'Hot chocolate is tastier than French Vanilla.'

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What is the role of a thesis statement in persuasive writing?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the writer, guiding the direction of the writing.

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What are transition words?

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Transition words are words or phrases that connect ideas and help the flow of writing, such as 'however,' 'therefore,' and 'moreover.'