Opinion Writing Flashcard #1

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a person's thoughts, feelings, or beliefs about a certain topic.

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What is the purpose of Opinion Writing?

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The purpose of Opinion Writing is to persuade your readers.

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Which of the following is an example of an opinion: 'Basketball was invented by James Naismith' or 'There is no better basketball player than Steph Curry'?

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'There is no better basketball player than Steph Curry' is an opinion.

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What do you need to support your opinion?

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You need reasons based around facts to support your opinion.

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Which of the following is an example of a fact: '3x2=6' or 'Boys are smarter than girls'?

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'3x2=6' is a fact.

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What is a fact?

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A fact is information that can be proven to be true.

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Can opinions be proven true or false?

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No, opinions cannot be proven true or false; they are personal beliefs.

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What is a persuasive argument?

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A persuasive argument is a statement that aims to convince others to agree with a particular opinion.

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Why is it important to support your opinion with facts?

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Supporting your opinion with facts makes your argument stronger and more credible.

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What is the difference between an opinion and a fact?

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An opinion is a belief or judgment, while a fact is a statement that can be verified as true.