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Opinion writing states a claim and gives the writers views on a topic It persuades readers to think or feel a certain way or calls them to take some action advertising letters to an editor ID: 746556

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Opinion Writing

What is Opinion Writing?

Opinion writing

states a claim and gives the writer’s views on a topic.

It persuades readers to think or feel a certain way or calls them to take some action.Slide2

advertising

letters to an editor

book reviews magazine articles

newspaper columns

Opinion Writing

You can find opinion writing in many places:Slide3

Opinion

Writing Traits

A clear opinion in a thesis statement

Strong supporting reasons and facts

Counterclaims anticipated and addressed

A logical organization: the introduction includes an opinion, the body includes a strong argument, and the conclusion ends with a summary or call to action

Effective transitions that link opinions and reasons

Opinion WritingSlide4

Opinion

Writing Traits

A voice and tone that are appropriate for the purpose and audience

Opinion Writing

Language that is fair, balanced, and preciseSlide5

Opinion

Writing Traits

A variety of sentences that add interest to the writing and are easy to read

No or few errors in grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling

Opinion WritingSlide6

What are the goals of an opinion paper?

To state the writer’s

opinion

To support the

opinion with logically ordered reasons reinforced by unbiased facts and details

Opinion WritingSlide7

Opinion Writing Example

I think students at Garrett Elementary School should not have to wear school uniforms. Many people believe that a dress code allows students to focus on their grades. However, other schools in the city that do not have dress codes also receive excellent academic rankings. In addition, the uniforms are uncomfortable and expensive. Consequently, the teachers should let the students at Garrett Elementary wear their own clothes.

Writer’s Opinion

Opinion WritingSlide8

Opinion Writing Example

Reasons

Opinion Writing

I think students at Garrett Elementary School should not have to wear school uniforms. Many people believe that a dress code allows students to focus on their grades. However, other schools in the city that do not have dress codes also receive excellent academic rankings. In addition, the uniforms are uncomfortable and expensive. Consequently, the teachers should let the students at Garrett Elementary wear their own clothes.Slide9

Opinion Writing Example

Linking Words and Phrases

Opinion Writing

I think students at Garrett Elementary School should not have to wear school uniforms. Many people believe that a dress code allows students to focus on their grades. However, other schools in the city that do not have dress codes also receive excellent academic rankings. In addition, the uniforms are uncomfortable and expensive. Consequently, the teachers should let the students at Garrett Elementary wear their own clothes.Slide10

Opinion Writing Example

Concluding Statement

Opinion Writing

I think students at Garrett Elementary School should not have to wear school uniforms. Many people believe that a dress code allows students to focus on their grades. However, other schools in the city that do not have dress codes also receive excellent academic rankings. In addition, the uniforms are uncomfortable and expensive. Consequently, the teachers should let the students at Garrett Elementary wear their own clothes.Slide11

Editorial

Response to Literature

Opinion Essay

Letter to Editor

Speech

Opinion Writing

Some common types of opinion writing include the following:Slide12