Identifying and Describing Opinion Writing

This lesson teaches how to identify and describe opinion writing by finding words that show strong feelings, a clear opinion statement, and supporting reasons. It explains the difference between facts and opinions, using examples like 'broccoli is a green vegetable' (fact) versus 'broccoli is gross' (opinion). The lesson outlines steps to identify opinion writing: circling strong language, finding the opinion statement, and identifying supporting reasons. Examples from an essay about morning snack time illustrate these concepts. The lesson concludes with a review of the steps to identify opinion writing.

What is the main difference between a fact and an opinion?

• Facts are based on personal beliefs, while opinions are provable truths.

• Opinions are based on personal beliefs, while facts are provable truths.

• Facts and opinions are both based on personal beliefs.

• Opinions can be proven, while facts cannot.

Which of the following is an example of strong language in opinion writing?

• Broccoli is a green vegetable.

• The sky is blue.

• It is clear that this change is necessary.

• Some people like pizza.

What is the purpose of using strong language in opinion writing?

• To engage the reader and emphasize the importance of the opinion.

• To make the writing longer.

• To provide factual information.

• To confuse the reader.

What is an opinion statement?

• A statement that expresses a personal belief or idea.

• A statement that provides factual information.

• A statement that asks a question.

• A statement that lists reasons.

Why is it important to provide reasons in opinion writing?

• To support the opinion and persuade the reader.

• To provide unrelated information.

• To confuse the reader.

• To make the writing more entertaining.