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    Opinion writing expresses a writer's point of view on a topic through presenting reasons supported by relevant facts and details; it includes an introduction stating the opinion, paragraphs with logically ordered reasons backed by evidence, and a conclusion restating the opinion. The document provides guidance on writing an opinion piece through studying models, unpacking the assignment, finding evidence, organizing and drafting the response, and revising and editing.

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    Opinion writing expresses a writer's point of view on a topic through presenting reasons supported by relevant facts and details; it includes an introduction stating the opinion, paragraphs with logically ordered reasons backed by evidence, and a conclusion restating the opinion. The document provides guidance on writing an opinion piece through studying models, unpacking the assignment, finding evidence, organizing and drafting the response, and revising and editing.

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    Opinion Writing What is it?

    Opinion writing expresses a writers point of view-his or her thoughts, feelings, or


    beliefs-about a topic. The writer supports this opinion by presenting reasons for
    it, as well as relevant evidence, such as facts and details to explain and support
    each reason.

    TEXT FEATURES
    An introduction that gets readers interested in the topic and presents a
    clear opinion statement
    Paragraphs that provide logically ordered reasons supported by evidence
    Linking words, phrases, and clauses that clearly connect the opinion to
    reasons, and reasons to evidence
    A conclusion that restates the opinion and leaves readers with something to
    think about
    STEPS FOR WRITING

    Study the Mentor text(s)


    Unpack the assignment (what are you expected to do?)
    Find text evidence
    Organize your evidence
    Draft you letter
    Revise: first read
    Revise: second read
    Edit for conventions

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