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10th Grade
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Alicia Hendrie
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An Opinion Essay
Agree or Disagree

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Lesson Objectives
Students will be able to list reasons for or against a point of view
Students will be able to write a short, structured argument essay, using a range of common linking words/phrases.
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3 Common Mistakes
Not stating an opinion.
Giving arguments for both views.
Not supporting your opinion with clear reasons.
It doesn’t matter which side of the argument you take or even, that you agree with it. Choose the one you can develop the best argument for.
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Poll
It's a bad idea for teenagers to do part-time work while they are still studying.
Agree
Disagree
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1) Introduction
Paraphrase the question
Give your opinion
State two supporting reasons
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Multiple Select
Which of the following sentences best paraphrases the statement.
It's a bad idea for teenagers to do part-time work while they are still studying.
Studying while working part-time is a horrible idea for teens.
Working part-time while still in school is a poor choice for teens.
Working part-time while still at school is an important part of life for teenagers.
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2) Main body paragraph 1
Topic sentence – outline 1st reason for supporting this view
Explanation – explain this idea
Example – give an example or expand the idea
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3) Main body paragraph 2
Topic sentence – outline 2nd reason for supporting this view
Explanation – explain this idea
Example – give an example or expand the idea
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4) Conclusion
Summarise opinion and key reasons
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Open Ended
Write two supporting reasons for why you agree or disagree with this statement:
It's a bad idea for teenagers to do part-time work while they are still studying.
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Multiple Select
Which of the following information should be included in the introduction?
Your opinion
A paraphrased question
A summary
Two supporting reasons
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Multiple Select
Which of the following information should be included in the main body paragraph?
A topic sentence
An explanation
An argument for both views
Examples
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Multiple Choice
You must state whether you agree or disagree in an opinion essay.
True
False
An Opinion Essay
Agree or Disagree

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