Opinion Writing

Opinion Writing

by Teacher Jazel

What is Opinion Writing?

It's a type of writing where writers state what they think or how they feel about the topic.

Example

Opinion: Students should only study for 5 hours a day.

Reason: Longer school hours make the students tired.

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Opinion: Cats are better pets than dogs.

Reason:

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Opinion: Korean cars are better than any other cars.

Reason:

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Opinion: Smartphones are not good for young kids.

Reason:

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Opinion: Summer is the best season.

Reason:

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Opinion: Seoul is the best city in South Korea.

Reason:

Reasons & Supporting Details

Reasons: The main idea that supports your opinion.

Supporting Details: Additional statements, facts, or examples that are used to support the reason or main idea.

Example

Opinion: Students should only study for 5 hours a day.

Reason: Longer school hours make the students tired.

Supporting Details: When the students are tired they won't be able to focus on their lessons.

Example

Opinion: Dogs make great pets.

Reason: Dogs are very friendly and social animals.

Supporting Detail: They are always there to welcome you when you come home after a long day.

Open Ended

Opinion & Reason:

Korean foods are the best because they are delicious.

Supporting Details:

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Opinion & Reason:

Summer is the best season because the weather is warm.

Supporting Details:

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Opinion & Reason:

Dubai is the best place in the Middle East because it has many fun places to visit.

Supporting Details:

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Opinion & Reason:

Rice should be part of every meal because it's very filling.

Supporting Details:

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Opinion & Reason: Kids should not use smartphones during class because it distracts them from learning.

Supporting Details: