Understanding Opinion Writing

Questions and Answers

What you think about something (correct)

A fact that everyone agrees on

A statement that is always true

A statement that can be proven

Opinions are based on feelings, while facts are based on logic

Opinions are always true, while facts are not

Facts are always true, while opinions are not (correct)

Opinions are for kids, while facts are for adults

To simply state what you think (correct)

To inform the reader about a fact

To ask the reader for their opinion

To persuade the reader to agree with you

At least 3 reasons Signup and view all the answers

It becomes overwhelming and confusing Signup and view all the answers

Use linking words like first, next, then, and last Signup and view all the answers

To re-state the opinion and remind the reader Signup and view all the answers

Three or four Signup and view all the answers

Words like because, for example, and therefore Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

An opinion is a personal view or thought about something, which can vary from person to person.
Opinions differ from facts, which are always true and absolute.

Two essential steps to take before starting to write an opinion piece:
- Form an opinion: make up your mind about what you think about a topic.
- Think about your audience: consider who will be reading your writing and tailor your content accordingly.

State your opinion clearly: express what you think about a topic.
Provide at least three reasons why you think a certain way:
- These reasons should be convincing and relevant to your audience.
- Try to keep the number of reasons between three and five to avoid overwhelming the reader.
Use linking words (e.g., first, next, then, last) to connect your reasons and make your writing flow smoothly.
Use persuasive language (e.g., because, for example, therefore) to make your reasons more convincing.
End your opinion piece with a concluding statement: re-state your opinion to remind the reader of the main point.