Opinion Writing Essentials

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Social Studies
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8th Grade
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Sarah Victoria Kiernan Webb Webb
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of opinion writing?
To inform the reader about a topic
To persuade the reader to agree with the author's viewpoint
To entertain the reader with a story
To provide a detailed analysis of a subject
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes an author's viewpoint?
The main idea of the essay
The author's personal opinion or stance on a topic
The evidence used to support an argument
The conclusion of the essay
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of evidence in opinion writing?
To introduce new topics
To support the author's arguments and make them more convincing
To summarize the main points
To entertain the reader
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a counterargument in opinion writing?
Presenting a reason why the author's viewpoint is correct
Acknowledging and addressing an opposing viewpoint
Summarizing the main points of the essay
Providing additional evidence to support the author's argument
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the most effective way to organize an opinion essay?
Introduction, body paragraphs with supporting arguments, counterarguments, and conclusion
Introduction, body paragraphs with random points, and conclusion
Introduction, body paragraphs with only counterarguments, and conclusion
Introduction, body paragraphs with unrelated topics, and conclusion
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a persuasive language technique?
Using technical jargon
Using emotional appeals and strong adjectives
Using passive voice
Using complex sentence structures
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to cite sources in opinion writing?
To make the essay longer
To give credit to the original authors and enhance the credibility of the arguments
To confuse the reader
To fill up space in the essay
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