Exploring the Essentials of Opinion Writing for Kids

What is an opinion?

• A personal belief or feeling about a topic

• A summary of a text

• A fact that can be proven

• A universal truth

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the primary purpose of an opinion essay?

• To narrate a personal story

• To express personal thoughts, feelings, or beliefs with supporting information

• To persuade the reader with facts

• To describe a process in detail

What should the introduction of an opinion essay include?

• A summary of the conclusion

• A detailed argument

• An opinion sentence and a hook

• A list of sources

How many body paragraphs are typically written in most opinion essays?

• Five

• Four

• Three

• Two

What is the role of examples in the body paragraphs of an opinion essay?

• To provide a counterargument

• To offer evidence supporting the reasons

• To summarize the essay

• To introduce new opinions

What does the conclusion of an opinion essay typically contain?

• A new opinion

• An overview of the essay

• A restated opinion sentence, background information, and a call to action

• A list of references

How do you start writing an opinion essay?

• By choosing a topic you are unfamiliar with

• By stating facts

• By picking a topic you know a lot about

• By asking a question

What is the first step in turning a topic into an opinion for an essay?

• Reading other opinion essays

• Discussing it with friends

• Writing what you think, believe, or feel about it

• Researching extensively

Why is it important to elaborate on your opinion with reasons and examples?

• To follow essay writing rules

• To make the essay longer

• To confuse the reader

• To support your opinion and make it believable

What should you do after watching the opinion writing videos?

• Start writing your opinion essay immediately

• Watch them again

• Forget about writing an essay

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