Understanding Opinion Writing

What is an opinion?

• A belief or view about something or someone

• A scientific theory

• A fact that everyone agrees with

• A mathematical equation

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.2.4

Which is a feature of opinions?

• They do not change

• They can be proven right or wrong

• They are universally accepted

• They are based on personal feelings

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CCSS.RI.2.1

Can opinions differ between people?

• Opinions cannot be expressed

• No, opinions are always the same

• Yes, people can have different opinions

• Opinions are facts

What is the best snack according to Sally?

• Fruit

• Cookies

• Cake

• Ice cream

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.W.2.8

What does Susie think is the best snack?

• Pasta

• Candy

• Cookies

• Cake

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CCSS.RL.2.1

Why might people have different opinions?

• Because opinions cannot be expressed

• Because opinions are facts

• Because all people think the same

• Because of personal experiences

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CCSS.RI.2.1

Which word is used to express an opinion?

• Calculate

• Believe

• Prove

• Measure

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CCSS.L.2.4A

Why do we write opinion statements?

• To give directions

• To state scientific facts

• To solve mathematical problems

• To share our feelings and beliefs

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CCSS.W.2.1

What is not a purpose of opinion writing?

• To share personal views

• To express feelings

• To convince others

• To list facts without bias

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CCSS.W.2.1

Which word indicates an opinion?

• Weighs

• Is

• I think

• Contains