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What is the most important factor in students' writing proficiency?
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Opinion Essay: Writing
Remind your students that the first draft doesn't have to be perfect. They will have time to revise later.
Students can use an opinion essay template to create a first draft.
1. Beginning
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Capture the reader's attention.
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2. Middle
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Start each paragraph with a topic sentence that states one main reason.
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Add supporting details.
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Use transitions to connect ideas.
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Provide an ending sentence.
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State opposing views and give arguments against them.
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3. Ending
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Restate the opinion.
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Summarize main reasons.
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Give a call to action.
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