Opinion Essay Phrases

Identify a key phrase in the following opinion essay: 'In my opinion, it is clear that...'

• In my opinion, it is clear that

• I think it's obvious that

• From my perspective, it's evident that

• In my humble opinion, it's crystal clear that

Analyze the use of persuasive language in the phrase: 'It is undeniable that...'

• It uses persuasive language by being wishy-washy and uncertain.

• It uses persuasive language by being apologetic and unsure.

• It uses persuasive language by being overly aggressive and confrontational.

• It uses persuasive language by asserting a strong and confident statement without leaving room for doubt or disagreement.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Evaluate the effectiveness of the opinion essay phrase: 'It is widely believed that...'

• It is effective in presenting a controversial viewpoint

• It is effective in summarizing the author's personal opinion

• It is effective in introducing a commonly held belief or viewpoint

• It is effective in providing statistical evidence

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Construct a strong opinion essay phrase using the word 'undeniably'

• Undeniably, the evidence supports the conclusion that climate change is a myth.

• Undeniably, the evidence supports the conclusion that climate change is a conspiracy.

• Undeniably, the evidence supports the conclusion that climate change is a pressing issue that requires immediate action.

• Clearly, the evidence supports the conclusion that climate change is a hoax.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Recognize biased language in the phrase: 'Everyone knows that...'

• It is a well-known fact

• It contains biased language

• It is common knowledge

• Everybody knows that

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Use a transitional phrase to connect two opinion essay paragraphs

• In conclusion

• On the other hand

• In summary

• For instance

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Identify a key phrase in the following opinion essay: 'It is my firm belief that...'

• I think that

• In my opinion

• It seems to me that

• It is my firm belief that

Analyze the use of persuasive language in the phrase: 'It is without a doubt that...'

• The phrase is used to confuse the audience and make the statement less convincing.

• The phrase emphasizes certainty and confidence in the statement.

• The phrase is neutral and does not convey any persuasive language.

• The phrase shows uncertainty and lack of confidence in the statement.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Evaluate the effectiveness of the opinion essay phrase: 'It is obvious that...'

• The phrase 'It is obvious that...' is never effective in an opinion essay.

• The phrase 'It is obvious that...' should only be used in formal essays, not opinion essays.

• Using the phrase 'It is obvious that...' makes the essay less persuasive.

• The phrase 'It is obvious that...' can be effective in an opinion essay.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Construct a strong opinion essay phrase using the word 'indisputably'

• Indisputably, there is no evidence to support...

• Indisputably, the evidence supports the conclusion that...

• Indisputably, it is unclear whether the evidence supports...

• Disputably, the evidence supports the conclusion that...