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Literacy Test Preparation Writing a Series of Paragraphs (Opinion Writing)

Series of Paragraphs (5 paragraph format) Introduction Paragraph Body Paragraph #1 Body Paragraph #2 Body Paragraph #3 Conclusion Paragraph Transition Word

Literacy Test Task: Write a minimum of three paragraphs expressing an opinion about the topic given Develop your main idea with supporting details (proof, facts, examples etc.) The audience: adults interested in your opinion The lined space provided indicates the approximate length of writing expected

“Are cell phones necessary in teenagers’ lives?” Example: Topic: “Are cell phones necessary in teenagers’ lives?” Length: Approximately 2 pages

What to do BEFORE you write: Read all instructions carefully Read the topic carefully Identify all terms Focus on qualifying words like “most”, “best”, “necessary”, “required” Form an opinion about the topic

Brainstorm ideas about your topic in the Rough Notes section of your booklet (Nothing you write in this space will be scored) List reasons (supports) for your opinion as well as details, examples or facts to back them up Identify which of these supports is the weakest, second strongest to strongest

Writing a series of paragraphs Decide on the format of your answer You can write using a minimum of 3 paragraphs, but you should write using the 5 paragraph format Write your paragraphs in the third person voice Do not use “I”, “I think” or “in my opinion” Review your rough notes to decide what information will be written in which paragraph

Introduction Paragraph Write a topic sentence- explain the topic or provide a definition if needed Include an opinion statement (thesis)- state your opinion about the topic and list your 3 supports Transition Word Move your reader from your introduction to your first support by using words like: “first”, “firstly”, or “to begin” Body Paragraph #1 Explain the weakest of your three supports Include examples and specific details to emphasize your explanation Explain how your support backs up your opinion

Transition Word Body Paragraph #2 Move your reader from the first body paragraph to the next support by using words like: “secondly”, “also”, or “next” Body Paragraph #2 Explain the second strongest of your three supports Include examples and specific details to emphasize your opinion Explain how your support backs up your opinion Move your reader from the second body paragraph to the third support by using words like: “thirdly”, “also”, or “finally”

Body Paragraph #3 Transition Word Conclusion Paragraph Explain the strongest of your three supports Include examples and specific details to emphasize your opinion Explain how your support backs up your opinion Transition Word Move your reader from your last body paragraph to the conclusion by using words like: “in conclusion”, “to summarize” or “overall” Conclusion Paragraph Re-state or re-word your opinion statement (thesis) Summarize your supports

Edit your work Review and edit all parts of your work Check to see that you have responded to the topic fully and accurately Make sure your response is properly organized Correct any grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors

Credits Mary Nanavati – Principal Fletcher’s Meadow Created by: Candice Lande, Fletcher’s Meadow Susan Bell Louise Arbour SS