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Write an Opinion

C In exercise 1A, the writer introduces the topic and states his opinion. He gives two reasons
and supports, or explains, those reasons. Complete the diagram to show his writing plan.

Topic: Opinion:
Snowboarding

Reason 1: great Support/Explanation:
exercise

Reason 2: Support/Explanation: Instructors are easy to find,
and you don’t have to buy a lot of equipment.

2 BEFORE YOU WRITE.

A Work with a partner. Choose a sport to write about and discuss your opinion with your
partner. You may decide to write about a sport you don’t like.

B In your notebook, draw a diagram like the one in exercise 1C. Complete the diagram with
your topic, your opinion, and two reasons. Then support or explain your reasons.

WrITINg FOcUS Writing a clear Introduction

When writers set out to write an opinion essay, their goal is to get readers to agree
with their ideas. It’s a good idea to start an essay strongly by doing the following.

• Relate to your readers: We all know we are supposed to exercise to stay in
shape, but sometimes going to the gym or running can become boring. That’s
when you have to find a new challenge.
• State your opinion clearly: If you live in an area with mountains and snow, you
definitely ought to try snowboarding.

3 WRITE an opening paragraph that names your sport and states your opinion. Then write
one paragraph for each reason. Use the information from your chart in exercise 2B and the
text in exercise 1A to help you.

4 SELF ASSESS. Read your text. Underline the modals and similar expressions. Then use the
checklist to assess your work.

I used must or have (got) to for necessity and don’t or doesn’t have to for lack of necessity.
[13.1, 13.2]

I used should or ought to for advisability. [13.3]
I used be supposed to for expectation. [13.4]

I wrote a clear introduction by relating to my reader and stating my opinion clearly.
[WRITING FOCUS]

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