Opinion Writing

What is an opinion?

• Something that can be proven

• The way you think or feel about a topic

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the purpose of opinion writing?

• To tell a story
• To give directions and steps on how to do something
• To tell others what you think and persuade them to agree with you

Tags

CCSS.W.4.1A

CCSS.W.4.1B

CCSS.W.4.1C

CCSS.W.4.1D

We must introduce the _________ in our topic sentence.

• topic
• characters
• setting

Tags

CCSS.W.4.2A

In our topic sentence, we must also clearly state our ___________.

• story
• opinion
• name

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.8

CCSS.RI.2.8

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.K.8

In opinion writing, we must use linking words and phrases to connect ____________ to ____________.

• opinions; reasons
• peanut butter; jelly
• title; conclusion

Tags

CCSS.W.4.1C

Begin every body paragraph with...

• An introduction
• Background information
• A memory.
• A topic sentence. 

Tags

CCSS.W.4.2A

What is the first step of any writing process?

• Proofread the writing.

• Write a draft.

• Plan using notes and or graphic organizers.

• Cite sources.

Tags

CCSS.W.4.5

CCSS.W.4.8

What do you call the last paragraph in an essay?

• Ending
• Finale
• Resolution
• Conclusion

Tags

CCSS.W.4.2E

What do you call the first paragraph in an essay?

• Beginning
• Introduction
• Hook
• Grabber

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

An Opinion piece should start with...

• A strong introduction.
• A big finish.
• A lot of catchy words.

Tags

CCSS.W.4.2A

CCSS.W.4.4