Writing Opinion Paragraphs Essentials

This video tutorial teaches how to write an effective opinion paragraph. It covers the definition, structure, and purpose of opinion paragraphs, providing a sample to illustrate the process. The video also offers a weekly writing challenge where viewers can submit their paragraphs for feedback.

What is the primary task when given a prompt in writing tests?

• To rewrite the prompt

• To ignore the prompt

• To agree or disagree with the prompt

• To summarize the prompt

What should you do before watching this video lesson?

• Take a practice test

• Check the previous five lessons

• Read a book on writing

• Write an essay

What is the main goal of an opinion paragraph?

• To list facts without context

• To confuse the reader

• To present an opinion logically and convincingly

• To entertain the reader

What is the first component of an opinion paragraph?

• A quote

• A conclusion

• A question

• A topic sentence

What should a topic sentence include?

• The topic and the writer's opinion

• A question for the reader

• A detailed explanation

• A list of examples

What is the first step in writing an opinion paragraph after receiving a prompt?

• List all possible reasons

• Formulate a topic sentence

• Write the conclusion

• Summarize the prompt

What is the controlling idea in a topic sentence?

• The number of reasons

• The main topic

• The introduction

• The conclusion

What is the first thing you need to do when given a prompt?

• Ask a question

• List examples

• Formulate a topic sentence

• Write a conclusion

What is the first step after receiving a prompt?

• Formulate a topic sentence

• Summarize the prompt

• List all possible reasons

• Write the conclusion

What is the controlling idea in a topic sentence?

• The conclusion

• The introduction

• The main topic

• The number of reasons