Opinion Writing Flashcard

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What is the purpose of opinion writing?

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The purpose of opinion writing is to express a personal belief or viewpoint on a topic and support it with reasons and evidence.

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True or False: An opinion paper should be trustworthy.

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True

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True or False: You should never add statistics in opinion writing.

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False

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What are supporting reasons in opinion writing?

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Supporting reasons are statements that back up the writer's opinion, providing evidence and justification.

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True or False: A powerful opinion has three supporting reasons.

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True

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What is an opinion prompt?

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An opinion prompt is a statement or question that encourages the writer to express their opinion on a specific topic.

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True or False: An opinion prompt example is: Should we conserve energy?

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True

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What is the structure of a strong opinion piece?

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A strong opinion piece typically includes an introduction stating the opinion, supporting reasons, and a conclusion.

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True or False: Including personal experiences can strengthen an opinion paper.

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True

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What is the role of the audience in opinion writing?

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The audience is important in opinion writing because the writer must consider their views and how to persuade them.