Elements of Opinion Essays (FSA)

Which of the following is an example of a transition?

• To continue,

• The end

• My opinion is...

• I think...

What is the purpose of an opinion statement?

• To briefly state the "other side"

• To explain the steps of a plan

• To inform readers of the claim being made

• To support the claim being made

Which of the following is a form of elaboration?

• Real life example

• Conclusion

• Hook/Grabber

• Cursive writing

Which of the following should be included in an introduction?

• Your first and last name

• Elaboration

• Reasons to support your claim

• Evidence

What is a counter claim?

• Provides support for the claim being made

• Citation

• The "other side" of an argument

• An interesting fact

Which of the following is a correctly cited quote?

• Goats are kept in paddocks. Thats what the author said.

• According to the author, "Goats are kept in paddocks."

• "Goats are kept in paddocks.

• I know goats are kept in paddocks.

A conclusion should include...

• A really cool story

• The End

• Your opinion stated in a different way

• Hook/Grabber

When might you need to stretch the truth when writing an essay?

• When you quote the text

• When you write your name

• When you elaborate

• NEVER TELL A LIE

Which of the following should happen FIRST when writing an essay?

• Restate your opinion in a different way

• Clearly state your opinion

• Elaboration

• Cite evidence from the text

Why is a hook/grabber important?

• Because Mrs. Lynn said so

• It supports your claim

• Because they are fun to write

• It gains the readers attention and makes them want to continue