Write Opinion Pieces With Reasons - 1st Grade Writing
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Which transition word best introduces a reason: "because" or "yesterday"?
Which transition word best introduces a reason: "because" or "yesterday"?
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because. It connects opinions to supporting reasons.
because. It connects opinions to supporting reasons.
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Identify the reason in this sentence: "I like school because I learn new things."
Identify the reason in this sentence: "I like school because I learn new things."
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I learn new things. The reason follows "because" in the sentence.
I learn new things. The reason follows "because" in the sentence.
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Which sentence is a reason (not just an opinion): "I like recess" or "Recess is fun"?
Which sentence is a reason (not just an opinion): "I like recess" or "Recess is fun"?
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"Recess is fun.". It explains why someone might like recess.
"Recess is fun.". It explains why someone might like recess.
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What is a reason in an opinion piece?
What is a reason in an opinion piece?
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A sentence that tells why you have that opinion. Reasons support and explain your opinion.
A sentence that tells why you have that opinion. Reasons support and explain your opinion.
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What word or phrase most clearly signals an opinion in a sentence?
What word or phrase most clearly signals an opinion in a sentence?
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I think. This phrase directly indicates personal belief.
I think. This phrase directly indicates personal belief.
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Which sentence best states an opinion: "Dogs are pets" or "Dogs are the best pets"?
Which sentence best states an opinion: "Dogs are pets" or "Dogs are the best pets"?
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"Dogs are the best pets.". "Best" shows personal judgment, not just fact.
"Dogs are the best pets.". "Best" shows personal judgment, not just fact.
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What part of an opinion piece names the topic or the book you are writing about?
What part of an opinion piece names the topic or the book you are writing about?
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The introduction sentence. The opening sentence establishes what you'll discuss.
The introduction sentence. The opening sentence establishes what you'll discuss.
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Identify the missing part: "I think pizza is the best food." What must be added next?
Identify the missing part: "I think pizza is the best food." What must be added next?
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A reason for the opinion. Every opinion needs supporting evidence.
A reason for the opinion. Every opinion needs supporting evidence.
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What is closure in an opinion piece?
What is closure in an opinion piece?
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An ending sentence that wraps up the opinion. It signals the piece is finished.
An ending sentence that wraps up the opinion. It signals the piece is finished.
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Which sentence is a closure: "Pizza has cheese" or "That is why pizza is my favorite"?
Which sentence is a closure: "Pizza has cheese" or "That is why pizza is my favorite"?
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"That is why pizza is my favorite.". It restates the main opinion as conclusion.
"That is why pizza is my favorite.". It restates the main opinion as conclusion.
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What is the correct order for a basic opinion piece: topic, opinion, reason, closure?
What is the correct order for a basic opinion piece: topic, opinion, reason, closure?
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Topic or book, opinion, reason, closure. This structure creates a complete argument.
Topic or book, opinion, reason, closure. This structure creates a complete argument.
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Which sentence correctly states an opinion about a book: "The book is about a frog" or "I like this book"?
Which sentence correctly states an opinion about a book: "The book is about a frog" or "I like this book"?
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"I like this book.". Personal feelings are opinions, not facts.
"I like this book.". Personal feelings are opinions, not facts.
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What is a clear sentence frame for stating an opinion about a book?
What is a clear sentence frame for stating an opinion about a book?
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I like the book _____. Simple structure for expressing book opinions.
I like the book _____. Simple structure for expressing book opinions.
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What is a clear sentence frame for giving a reason in an opinion piece?
What is a clear sentence frame for giving a reason in an opinion piece?
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I like it because _____. Links opinions to supporting reasons clearly.
I like it because _____. Links opinions to supporting reasons clearly.
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Choose the best reason sentence: "Because it is funny" or "It is funny".
Choose the best reason sentence: "Because it is funny" or "It is funny".
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It is funny. Complete sentences are stronger than fragments.
It is funny. Complete sentences are stronger than fragments.
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