Preguntas sobre ensayos de opinión

What is the purpose of the introduction in an opinion essay?

• To list all possible arguments

• To present the topic and clearly express the writer's opinion

• To summarize the conclusion

• To provide detailed examples

Which of these phrases is NOT suitable for introducing an opinion?

• In my opinion

• I firmly believe

• Overall

• It seems to me that

What should the body paragraphs in an opinion essay include?

• Only personal anecdotes

• A topic sentence, arguments, and supporting examples

• A restatement of the introduction

• Questions for the reader

What is wrong with this thesis statement?

"People in Spain don’t appreciate water, but would be willing to afford any water consumption."

• It is too vague and grammatically incorrect

• It includes a counterargument

• It is written in the first person

• It is a fact, not an opinion

What part of the essay should reaffirm the opinion and summarize the key points?

• Introduction

• Body paragraphs

• Conclusion

• Maritime Place

Which of these is a solid argument for saving water?

• "Water is wet."

• "Without water, we cannot grow crops or raise animals for food."

• "People like water."

• "Maritime Place is a tradition."

How could the language of the essay be improved?

• Use more informal jargon

• Replace vague phrases ("a large amount of electricity") with precise terms

• Eliminate all linking words

• Add more personal stories

Which word does not fit in the text?

Nowadays, top sportspeople, such as football players or basketball players, have huge salaries, and this promotes a lot of debate._______________, I don’t think they earn too much. In my opinion, their salaries are fair.

• However

• Nevertheless

• Furthermore

• Notwithstanding

Which word does NOT fit in the text?

Firstly, Despite all the money professional sports players earn every year, they work for only a few years – they usually retire when they are in their thirties.____________, many of them have to retire earlier because they get injured and have to stop playing.

• Additionally

• In addition

• Furthermore

• However