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2. Authors write opinion introductions by stating the opposing opinions and stating which side they are on.

3. What should every opinion essay include? words that show strong feelings an opinion statement reasons that support the opinion

7. Imagine a world where we know less information than could fit on the tip of a pin. That’s how little information we know about space. Space exploration is supported by many people. However, some people feel space exploration is a huge waste of time. I think the benefits of space exploration outweighs the concerns of the cost of doing so.

8. As a class, write an introduction paragraph. Underline the bold statement hook in black. Underline the 1 st opinion in blue. Underline the transitional phrase in purple. Underline the opposite opinion in blue. Underline your opinion sentence in red. Read No to Money Management by Lauren Rosen

9. Write an introduction paragraph for your topic. Underline the bold statement hook in black. Underline the 1 st opinion in blue. Underline the transitional phrase in purple. Underline the opposite opinion in blue. Underline your opinion sentence in red. Now, write an introduction paragraph stating your opinion of the topic of money management being taught in school.