Opinion Writing

A person's thoughts, feelings, or beliefs about something

A proven fact that everyone agrees on

A list of instructions to follow

A summary of a story

To change the reader's point of view

To get the reader to take some action

To ask the reader to agree with the writer's ideas

To provide only factual information

Dogs have four legs.

In my opinion, dogs make the best pets.

Water boils at 100°C.

The sun rises in the east.

Pancakes taste delicious.

There are so many kinds of pancakes.

Pancakes are fun to eat.

Pancakes are healthy for everyone.

To introduce the topic and grab the reader's attention

To explain your reasons with evidence from the source and elaborate on your evidence

To restate your opinion and leave the reader with a question

To summarize the entire essay

It makes your writing longer

It gives more details or examples to make your writing clearer and more interesting

It repeats the same information

It adds unrelated facts

First, dogs keep you company.

According to the source, 'Recess gives students a chance to run around and get our energy out.'

Will you join me in supporting a ban on animals in circuses?

Having a dog means you always have a friend to talk to and play with.

Opinion statement, key reasons, concluding statement

Introduction, evidence, elaboration

Topic sentence, supporting details, closing sentence

Hook, background information, thesis statement

The tasty food and awesome arcade

The friendly staff and low prices

The healthy menu and quiet atmosphere

The convenient location and fast service