Write Opinion Pieces With Supporting Reasons - 2nd Grade Writing
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Which sentence uses a linking word correctly: 'I like it because it is funny.' or 'I like it because funny.'?
Which sentence uses a linking word correctly: 'I like it because it is funny.' or 'I like it because funny.'?
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I like it because it is funny. 'Because' properly links the opinion and reason.
I like it because it is funny. 'Because' properly links the opinion and reason.
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Find and correct the missing linking word: 'I like this game __ it is easy to learn.'
Find and correct the missing linking word: 'I like this game __ it is easy to learn.'
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I like this game because it is easy to learn. 'Because' connects the opinion to its support.
I like this game because it is easy to learn. 'Because' connects the opinion to its support.
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Which linking word best adds another reason: also, under, or quickly?
Which linking word best adds another reason: also, under, or quickly?
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also. Adds more supporting information.
also. Adds more supporting information.
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Which linking word best shows a reason: because, later, or yesterday?
Which linking word best shows a reason: because, later, or yesterday?
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because. Shows cause-and-effect relationship.
because. Shows cause-and-effect relationship.
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What is a linking word (transition) in opinion writing used for?
What is a linking word (transition) in opinion writing used for?
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To connect your opinion to your reasons. Shows how reasons support your viewpoint.
To connect your opinion to your reasons. Shows how reasons support your viewpoint.
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Which kind of reason best supports an opinion: a reason about the topic or an unrelated fact?
Which kind of reason best supports an opinion: a reason about the topic or an unrelated fact?
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A reason about the topic. Related reasons strengthen your argument.
A reason about the topic. Related reasons strengthen your argument.
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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 statement that explains why your opinion makes sense. Provides evidence to support your viewpoint.
A statement that explains why your opinion makes sense. Provides evidence to support your viewpoint.
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Identify the best concluding starter for opinion writing: 'In conclusion,' or 'Once upon a time,'?
Identify the best concluding starter for opinion writing: 'In conclusion,' or 'Once upon a time,'?
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In conclusion,. Signals the end of an opinion piece.
In conclusion,. Signals the end of an opinion piece.
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What is the best order for parts of an opinion paragraph?
What is the best order for parts of an opinion paragraph?
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Topic+opinion, reasons, conclusion. Logical flow from main idea to support to ending.
Topic+opinion, reasons, conclusion. Logical flow from main idea to support to ending.
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What is the topic sentence in an opinion paragraph supposed to do?
What is the topic sentence in an opinion paragraph supposed to do?
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Introduce the topic or book and tell your opinion. Sets up the subject and states your viewpoint clearly.
Introduce the topic or book and tell your opinion. Sets up the subject and states your viewpoint clearly.
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Which part of an opinion piece tells what you believe: topic, opinion, or conclusion?
Which part of an opinion piece tells what you believe: topic, opinion, or conclusion?
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Opinion. Your belief is the core of opinion writing.
Opinion. Your belief is the core of opinion writing.
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What is an opinion sentence in writing?
What is an opinion sentence in writing?
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A sentence that tells what you think or feel about a topic. Expresses personal thoughts or beliefs, not facts.
A sentence that tells what you think or feel about a topic. Expresses personal thoughts or beliefs, not facts.
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Choose the best reason for the opinion "I like reading": "because it is fun" or "I read books".
Choose the best reason for the opinion "I like reading": "because it is fun" or "I read books".
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because it is fun. Explains why with a supporting detail.
because it is fun. Explains why with a supporting detail.
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Fill in the linking word: "I like art ___ I can be creative." (because/also)
Fill in the linking word: "I like art ___ I can be creative." (because/also)
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because. Shows why the writer likes art.
because. Shows why the writer likes art.
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Fill in the linking word to add a reason: "It is healthy, ___ it tastes good." (also/because)
Fill in the linking word to add a reason: "It is healthy, ___ it tastes good." (also/because)
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also. Adds another positive quality.
also. Adds another positive quality.
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