1. Writing a Series of Paragraphs Expressing an Opinion

2. Task:
Write a minimum of 3 paragraphs expressing an opinion on the topic below. Develop your main idea with supporting details (proofs, facts, examples, etc.).
Purpose and Audience:
An adult who is interested in your opinion.
Length:
The lined space provided for your written work indicates the approximate length of the writing expected. (This will be 2-3 lined pages).
Topic:
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3. Write your introduction:
Choose a position (opinion) on the topic: yes / agree or no / disagree (NOT both).
Draft a topic sentence stating your position. Use key words from the topic to draft your sentence. List 2-3 points here that support your position.
I agree that…. because A, B, (C).
WHY? Point A
WHY?
Point B
WHY?
Point C

4. Write your body paragraphs (2-3):
Beginning with your first point, provide 2-3 reasons that support your position.
POINT A
Proof 3
Proof 1
Proof 2

5. 2. Continuing with a new paragraph, identify your second point and provide reasons that support your position. (Repeat for a third point if needed).
POINT B
Proof 3
Proof 1
Proof 2

6. Write your conclusion:
Restate your position and the 2-3 points used to support it.
Finish with a closing thought on the topic.
Therefore, I agree that… because A, B, (C).

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