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Where do you get your writing ideas?
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Opinion Essay: Writing
Relax. Your first draft doesn't have to be perfect. You will have time to revise later.
Use an opinion essay template to create your first draft.
1. Beginning
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Capture the reader's attention.
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Write your opinion statement. Watch the persuasive writing tutorial for more information on writing an opinion statement. |
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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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Students—
Read the winning short story!
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 Use the glossary to help find the meaning of literary words and writing terms that will help you think and talk about writing.
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