Using Linking Words and Phrases to Connect Opinions and Reasons

The video tutorial focuses on the use of linking words and phrases to connect opinions and reasons in writing. It begins with an introduction to linking words, explaining their role as transitions that help connect ideas. The tutorial then analyzes a sample letter to identify opinion statements and demonstrates how to use linking words effectively. Finally, it concludes with a practice exercise for students to apply what they've learned.

How can you organize the body of a text to support the opinion statement?

What linking words would you use to connect the reasons to the opinion in the conclusion?

Why is it important to revise writing by adding linking words and phrases?