Use Linking Words for Opinion Writing - 3rd Grade Writing
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What is the difference between "because" and "therefore" in opinion writing?
What is the difference between "because" and "therefore" in opinion writing?
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"because" gives a reason; "therefore" shows a result. One introduces causes, the other introduces effects.
"because" gives a reason; "therefore" shows a result. One introduces causes, the other introduces effects.
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What is the purpose of linking words and phrases in an opinion paragraph?
What is the purpose of linking words and phrases in an opinion paragraph?
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To connect an opinion to its reasons clearly. They make the relationship between ideas explicit and logical.
To connect an opinion to its reasons clearly. They make the relationship between ideas explicit and logical.
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Which linking word best introduces a reason: "___ we need exercise, we should have daily PE"?
Which linking word best introduces a reason: "___ we need exercise, we should have daily PE"?
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since. It means "because" and introduces a reason at the start.
since. It means "because" and introduces a reason at the start.
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Which linking word best shows a result: "The rule keeps us safe; ___, we should follow it"?
Which linking word best shows a result: "The rule keeps us safe; ___, we should follow it"?
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therefore. It shows a logical conclusion based on the previous statement.
therefore. It shows a logical conclusion based on the previous statement.
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Which linking phrase best introduces an example to support a reason?
Which linking phrase best introduces an example to support a reason?
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for example. It signals that a specific instance will follow to support the point.
for example. It signals that a specific instance will follow to support the point.
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Choose the linking word that signals an example: "Many pets are helpful; ___, dogs can guide people."
Choose the linking word that signals an example: "Many pets are helpful; ___, dogs can guide people."
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for example. It introduces a specific instance that supports the general statement.
for example. It introduces a specific instance that supports the general statement.
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Which linking phrase best adds another reason to the same opinion?
Which linking phrase best adds another reason to the same opinion?
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also. It adds another point supporting the same opinion.
also. It adds another point supporting the same opinion.
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Choose the best link to add a second reason: "It is healthy. ___, it is fun."
Choose the best link to add a second reason: "It is healthy. ___, it is fun."
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also. It adds a second supporting point to the first one.
also. It adds a second supporting point to the first one.
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Which linking word best shows a reason in this sentence: "I chose this book, ___ it is exciting"?
Which linking word best shows a reason in this sentence: "I chose this book, ___ it is exciting"?
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because. It introduces the reason for the choice.
because. It introduces the reason for the choice.
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Which linking word best shows a conclusion: "The evidence is strong; ___, my opinion stands"?
Which linking word best shows a conclusion: "The evidence is strong; ___, my opinion stands"?
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therefore. It introduces a logical conclusion from the evidence.
therefore. It introduces a logical conclusion from the evidence.
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What linking phrase is best for giving a specific instance that supports your reason?
What linking phrase is best for giving a specific instance that supports your reason?
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for instance. Similar to "for example," it introduces a specific supporting case.
for instance. Similar to "for example," it introduces a specific supporting case.
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Choose the linking phrase that introduces a specific instance: "___, our class recycled 20 bottles."
Choose the linking phrase that introduces a specific instance: "___, our class recycled 20 bottles."
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for instance. It signals a specific example is coming.
for instance. It signals a specific example is coming.
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Identify the best link to show a result: "The park is close to home; ___, we can walk there."
Identify the best link to show a result: "The park is close to home; ___, we can walk there."
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so. It shows the logical result of the first statement.
so. It shows the logical result of the first statement.
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Which linking word best introduces a reason (not a result): "We should be quiet ___ others are learning"?
Which linking word best introduces a reason (not a result): "We should be quiet ___ others are learning"?
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because. It introduces the cause, not the effect.
because. It introduces the cause, not the effect.
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Find the best linking phrase to connect opinion and reason: "I believe uniforms help students ___ they reduce distractions."
Find the best linking phrase to connect opinion and reason: "I believe uniforms help students ___ they reduce distractions."
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because. It connects the opinion to its supporting reason.
because. It connects the opinion to its supporting reason.
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