Opinion Writing

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What is a counterargument?

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The opposing viewpoint.

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What should we do with our reasons in opinion writing?

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Organize them so they are grouped together.

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What is the goal of an opinion essay?

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To convince the reader that my opinion is right, and here are the reasons why.

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What is an opinion?

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The way you think or feel about a topic.

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What is the purpose of opinion writing?

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To tell others what you think and persuade them to agree with you.

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What is a claim in opinion writing?

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The writer's position that they are trying to prove.

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What are supporting details?

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Facts and statistics that support the writer's opinion.

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Why is it important to have a strong introduction in opinion writing?

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To grab the reader's attention and state the main opinion clearly.

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What is a conclusion in opinion writing?

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A summary that reinforces the writer's opinion and encourages the reader to agree.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince someone to agree with your opinion.