Persuasive and Opinion Writing Concepts

Amanda explains the differences between opinion, persuasive, and argumentative writing. Opinion writing is taught in grades 1-5 and involves stating an opinion with reasons. Persuasive writing, though not in the Common Core, is crucial for motivating students and involves appealing to the audience with a call to action. Argumentative writing, taught in grades 6-12, requires research and aims to prove a point. Amanda emphasizes the importance of including persuasive writing in teaching and encourages project-based learning to make writing relevant for students.

What grades did Amanda teach before moving to sixth grade?

• Ninth through twelfth grade

• Third through fifth grade

• First through third grade

• Sixth through eighth grade

What is the main purpose of opinion writing?

• To inform about historical events

• To provide an opinion with support and reasons

• To narrate a personal story

• To entertain the audience

Which of the following is NOT a part of the opinion writing format?

• Call to action

• Opinion

• Introduction

• Conclusion

Why is persuasive writing not mentioned in the Common Core?

• The reason is not specified

• It is not seen as important

• It is too similar to opinion writing

• It is considered outdated

What is a key feature of persuasive writing?

• It includes a call to action

• It is only used in advertisements

• It is purely factual

• It avoids emotional appeals

In what way is persuasive writing similar to political debates?

• Both are based on personal stories

• Both aim to entertain the audience

• Both are purely informative

• Both involve taking a stand and appealing to the audience

At what grade levels is argumentative writing taught?

• Grades 1 through 5

• Grades 9 through 12

• Grades 6 through 12

• Grades 3 through 8

What is essential for students to write argumentatively?

• A personal story

• Background knowledge and research

• A humorous tone

• A strong opinion

What is the main goal of argumentative writing?

• To prove a point

• To narrate a story

• To entertain the audience

• To describe a process

What are 'claim' and 'reason' considered in argumentative writing?

• Contradictory terms

• Unrelated terms

• Synonyms

• Opposites