Complete the opinion passage with an example

key notes:

  1. What is an Opinion?
  • An opinion is a statement that shows what someone thinks, feels, or believes. It cannot be proven true or false.
    Example: I think basketball is the best sport.
  1. What is an Example?
  • An example gives specific details to explain or support your opinion. It helps make your opinion clearer and more convincing.
    Example: If my opinion is that I love basketball, an example could be: “I play basketball every weekend with my friends, and it helps me stay healthy.”
  1. Why Use Examples?
  • Examples show why your opinion is true or important. They make your writing stronger by giving readers a clear picture of what you are talking about.
  1. Steps to Complete an Opinion Passage:
  2. State your opinion.
    Start by telling your reader what you believe or think.
    Example: I believe recess is the best part of the day.
  3. Give reasons to support your opinion.
    Explain why you have that opinion.
    Example: Recess lets us relax and play after studying hard.
  4. Provide an example.
    Share a specific event or experience that supports your opinion.
    Example: Yesterday, I played tag with my friends, and it helped me feel happy and refreshed for the rest of the day.
  1. How to Add an Example:
  • Use phrases like “For example,” “For instance,” or “One time…” to introduce your example.
    Example:
  • Opinion: I think ice cream is the best dessert.
  • Example: For example, last weekend, I had chocolate ice cream with sprinkles, and it made me feel so happy!
  1. Example Opinion Passage:
  • Opinion: I think reading books is the best hobby.
  • Reason 1: Reading helps me learn new things.
  • Reason 2: It takes me to exciting imaginary places.
  • Example: For example, last week I read a book about outer space, and it made me feel like I was an astronaut on an exciting adventure!

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