Link Opinions and Reasons - 4th Grade Writing
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Choose the best linking phrase for an example: "Pets help people. ___, dogs can calm nervous kids."
Choose the best linking phrase for an example: "Pets help people. ___, dogs can calm nervous kids."
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For instance. Introduces a specific example of how pets help.
For instance. Introduces a specific example of how pets help.
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What is the purpose of a linking word or phrase in an opinion paragraph?
What is the purpose of a linking word or phrase in an opinion paragraph?
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To connect an opinion to its reasons and evidence clearly. Linking words create logical flow between ideas.
To connect an opinion to its reasons and evidence clearly. Linking words create logical flow between ideas.
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Choose the best word to show time order in a set of reasons: first, however, therefore.
Choose the best word to show time order in a set of reasons: first, however, therefore.
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First. Indicates the beginning of a sequence.
First. Indicates the beginning of a sequence.
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Which transition best shows that two reasons are alike: similarly, however, as a result?
Which transition best shows that two reasons are alike: similarly, however, as a result?
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Similarly. Shows two ideas share the same quality.
Similarly. Shows two ideas share the same quality.
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Which transition best shows contrast between two ideas: however, for instance, also?
Which transition best shows contrast between two ideas: however, for instance, also?
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However. Signals an opposing or contrasting idea.
However. Signals an opposing or contrasting idea.
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Which phrase best explains a purpose for a reason: in order to, for example, in addition?
Which phrase best explains a purpose for a reason: in order to, for example, in addition?
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In order to. Shows purpose or intention behind an action.
In order to. Shows purpose or intention behind an action.
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Which phrase best signals a specific example is coming: such as, therefore, finally?
Which phrase best signals a specific example is coming: such as, therefore, finally?
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Such as. Introduces specific examples that follow.
Such as. Introduces specific examples that follow.
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Which transition best signals that a statement is a result of the reason: as a result, for instance, similarly?
Which transition best signals that a statement is a result of the reason: as a result, for instance, similarly?
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As a result. Shows consequence or outcome of a reason.
As a result. Shows consequence or outcome of a reason.
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What is the difference between a reason-linking word and an example-linking word?
What is the difference between a reason-linking word and an example-linking word?
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Reason-linking adds reasons; example-linking introduces evidence. Reasons support opinions; examples prove reasons.
Reason-linking adds reasons; example-linking introduces evidence. Reasons support opinions; examples prove reasons.
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Choose the best linking word to add a second reason: "I like recess. ___, it gives me exercise."
Choose the best linking word to add a second reason: "I like recess. ___, it gives me exercise."
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In addition. Adds another reason to support the opinion.
In addition. Adds another reason to support the opinion.
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Choose the best linking word for contrast: "I enjoy games. ___, I do not like violent ones."
Choose the best linking word for contrast: "I enjoy games. ___, I do not like violent ones."
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However. Shows contrast between general enjoyment and dislike.
However. Shows contrast between general enjoyment and dislike.
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Choose the best linking phrase for purpose: "Students should read daily ___ build vocabulary."
Choose the best linking phrase for purpose: "Students should read daily ___ build vocabulary."
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In order to. Shows the purpose of daily reading.
In order to. Shows the purpose of daily reading.
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Find the best link for an example: "Healthy food matters. ___, vegetables give vitamins."
Find the best link for an example: "Healthy food matters. ___, vegetables give vitamins."
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For example. Introduces a specific example of healthy food.
For example. Introduces a specific example of healthy food.
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Which transition best signals a restated idea in simpler words: in other words, for instance, finally?
Which transition best signals a restated idea in simpler words: in other words, for instance, finally?
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In other words. Signals a clarification or simpler explanation.
In other words. Signals a clarification or simpler explanation.
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Which transition best shows cause-and-effect between a reason and a result: therefore, meanwhile, for example?
Which transition best shows cause-and-effect between a reason and a result: therefore, meanwhile, for example?
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Therefore. Shows a logical consequence of the reason.
Therefore. Shows a logical consequence of the reason.
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Identify the strongest link from opinion to reason: "I believe uniforms help. ___, they reduce distractions."
Identify the strongest link from opinion to reason: "I believe uniforms help. ___, they reduce distractions."
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Because. Directly connects the reason to the opinion.
Because. Directly connects the reason to the opinion.
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Which transition best introduces an example that supports a reason: for instance, however, finally?
Which transition best introduces an example that supports a reason: for instance, however, finally?
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For instance. Introduces specific examples to support claims.
For instance. Introduces specific examples to support claims.
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What is one rule for using linking words so your opinion writing stays clear?
What is one rule for using linking words so your opinion writing stays clear?
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Use a transition that matches the relationship between ideas. Transitions must fit the logical connection.
Use a transition that matches the relationship between ideas. Transitions must fit the logical connection.
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Find the missing linker: "I prefer dogs. ___, they are loyal and easy to train." (adds a reason)
Find the missing linker: "I prefer dogs. ___, they are loyal and easy to train." (adds a reason)
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Also. Adds supporting reasons for the dog preference.
Also. Adds supporting reasons for the dog preference.
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Choose the best linker to complete: "The library is important. ___, it offers free books and computers."
Choose the best linker to complete: "The library is important. ___, it offers free books and computers."
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In addition. Adds another reason supporting the library's importance.
In addition. Adds another reason supporting the library's importance.
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