How To Write an Opinion
An opinion is a strong belief or conclusion that may or may not have facts or solid proof to support it. Opinions are highly personal and likely to vary from individual to individual.
Opinions are often written for the purpose of persuading others. Newspaper and magazine editorials and columns express the opinions of the editor, publisher, or columnist, while letters to the editor reflect the opinions of readers.
Guidelines:
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State your opinion in the first sentence of the paragraph. |
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In the body of the paragraph, give at least three reasons why you think and feel as you do. Include both facts and examples to support your opinion. |
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End with a sentence that sums up and restates your opinion. |
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Use this planning chart to help you organize your opinion paper. |
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Use this writing frame to help you. |
Click here for an idea for your opinion paper: Bright Ideas for Writing
Click here for some revising tips: Evaluation Station or Write Site
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