Opinion Writing

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What is an opinion?

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A view or judgment formed about something.

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True or False? You should always provide evidence for BOTH sides of the argument.

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False.

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Which is the correct way to include a quote?

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The author stated, "This is the answer" (Source 3, Paragraph 1).

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In conclusion, schools should not ban chocolate milk because kids prefer it over other drinks, it is a nutritious choice, and the cafeteria makes a nice profit off of selling it. This sentence is an example of a...

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restated thesis.

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What is the purpose of opinion writing?

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Persuade.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince someone to believe or do something.

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What is evidence in opinion writing?

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Facts, statistics, or quotes that support your opinion.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes your main argument.

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Why is it important to address counterarguments?

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It shows that you have considered other viewpoints and strengthens your argument.