OREO Opinion Writing

Opinion Writing:

Introduction

​Difference between fact and opinion

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What is an opinion?

• Factual information that can be researched.

• A person's view or judgement, there is no right or wrong answer.

• A type of flower that only blooms at Gilbert Intermediate School in late April and early May.

• A writing tool used only by 3rd graders.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

• A fact can be proven (shown to be true). An opinion cannot.

• An opinion can be proven (shown to be true), a fact cannot.

• Facts are found in newspapers, opinions are not.

• Facts and opinions are not different.

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How do we know that a fact is true?

• Many people believe it.

• Someone important or smart said it.

• I believe it, so it is true.

• There is evidence (proof) that shows it’s true.

Multiple Choice

What words are clues that something might be an opinion?

• Think

• Feel

• Should / Should Not

• All of the above

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Old journals and diaries tell us that many European settlers came to America to escape danger, hunger, and poverty. Others came to just to start a new life. Historical records show that some were even criminals, and were sent to the new world as punishment.

_{These sentences are examples of:}

• facts

• opinions

• facts and opinions

• sentences without facts or opinions

Multiple Choice

Can facts be untrue?

• Yes, they can.

• Yes, facts are always untrue.

• No, if something is untrue, then it is not a fact.

• No, both facts and opinions are always true.

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements is a fact?

• “It is not healthy for boys and girls to play together.”

• “Sharks have existed for millions of years.”

• “It is not safe to have dogs in schools.”

• “Computers are confusing and hard to use.”

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Which of these statements is an opinion?

• “There are more people in China than in any other country.”

• “In 20 years, I believe Brazilian music will be the most popular music on Earth.”

• “Elaine is allergic to sushi. She doesn’t feel good when she eats it.”

Multiple Choice

There are more head and spinal injuries each year from cheerleading than all other sports combined.

• Fact

• Opinion

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What book contains only facts, and no opinions?

• A collection of short fiction

• A telephone directory

• A history textbook

• A book about dog grooming

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Oreos are a delicious snack for a special treat. They are my favorite snack after my soccer games! There is some debate about the best way to eat an Oreo. I prefer to eat my Oreos whole. One big bite is the best way to eat an Oreo!

The Best Way to Eat an Oreo

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How do you like to eat an Oreo?

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^{Write one or two sentences:}

What is the author's opinion on how to eat an Oreo?

First, when you eat an Oreo in one big bite, you get all of the flavors together. Chocolate is good. Cream is good. But they are amazing together! When you pull apart the Oreo into the cookie and the cream and eat them separate, you do not get the full experience of the flavor combination. The Oreo creator’s wouldn’t have put these two flavors together if they had intended you to pull them apart. No, the best way is to combine them in a savory mouthwatering combination.​

What is your favorite part of an Oreo?

​The Best Way to Eat an Oreo

Next, when you eat an Oreo in one big bite, your mouth is filled to the brim with deliciousness! To eat it slowly means you only get a small taste of the sweet chocolaty crunch. That means that you do not hit every taste bud in your mouth with the cream and chocolate delight! Cover your taste buds by eating it whole. To truly experience an Oreo, you must eat it whole, in one big bite!  ​

​The Best Way to Eat an Oreo

​ Lastly, when you eat an Oreo in one big bite, it means you have extra time to cram in a few more! If you were to eat your cookie slowly, you would run out of time to have two or three more cookies. When I eat them whole, I have plenty of time to gobble down three or four more before my mom sees! By eating an Oreo whole, I gain even more of the scrumptious experience.

​The Best Way to Eat an Oreo

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^{Write one or two sentences:}

What is ONE of the reasons the author gives to support their opinion?

Next time you are snacking on an Oreo, make sure you at least try it in one big bite. You will discover the joys of the fireworks of flavor in your mouth as your taste buds are covered, the flavors melt together, and you have plenty of time for more. Yes, the absolute best way to eat an Oreo cookie is to eat it whole.​

The Best Way to Eat an Oreo

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The next time you eat an Oreo, will you try

eating it the way the author suggests?

• yes

• NOno

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Multiple Choice

Something that is true for you, but not for everyone else.

• fact

• opinion

• reason

• support

Multiple Choice

Which of these does NOT introduce an opinion?

• I think...

• In my opinion...

• According to the dictionary...

• I believe...

Multiple Choice

Which of these adjectives could you use to show an opinion?

• cold

• purple

• worst

• healthy

Multiple Choice

Lucinda is writing an opinion piece about why horses are the best animals.

_{Which of the following could she use to support her opinion?}

• Horses can run almost as soon as they're born.

• Horses can help people recover from accidents

• Horses have a longer life span than most pets.

• All of the above

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In conclusion, I think that recycling is the most important thing to do for our planet.

_{What can the author of this essay do to improve their conclusion?}

• Add linking words like, first, then and finally

• Restate some of the supporting reasons.

• Write a hook to draw the reader's attention in

• State a new opinion.

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What do you call the last paragraph in an essay?

• Finale

• Conclusion

• Ending

• Resolution

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What do you call the first paragraph in an essay?

• Beginning

• Hook

• Grabber

• Introduction

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In an opinion essay the writer tries to convince the reader of a point of view on a certain topic.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

You need to include what in your introductory paragraph?

• The reasons why you are right

• Evidence and statistics of why you are right

• An explanation of your idea

Multiple Choice

What is a thesis statement?

• It presents your point of view

• It explains all aspects of your topic

• It is a summary of your paper

Multiple Choice

What is the FIRST step in writing an opinion essay?

• State your reasons

• Write a hook

• State your opinion

• Draw your conclusion

Multiple Choice

^{A good reason why someone should agree with the opinion that:}

It is a good idea to go screen-free for a week.

• Because I said so.

• Using electronic devices can help you learn new things.

• Using electronic devices will help me be creative.

• Going screen free will help you finish tasks more quickly.

Multiple Choice

In the last paragraph, you should include your opinion restated and ___.

• a new opinion

• a conclusion statement to leave your reader thinking

• new evidence

• a hook

Multiple Choice

What are some good transition words and phrases to use in the conclusion paragraph?

• In conclusion, all in all, to sum it up, finally

• To begin with, first of all

• Another reason, for instance

• Next, then, after that

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of a HOOK?

• They were nervous about the rain forest.

• Have you ever visited the rain forest?

• Athena was justified.

• Ella is caring.

Multiple Choice

Good transitions to use when providing EVIDENCE:

• To begin with, first of all

• To sum it up, finally

• I think, I believe

• For instance, for example, in fact

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^{What is a good piece of EVIDENCE to use to support the reason that:}

Going screen free will help you complete tasks more quickly.

• You can SKYPE with grandma who lives far away.

• You can play Monopoly.

• A study shows that it takes 50 percent more time to complete a task if you are looking at an electronic device.

• There are fun games to play online.