Vocab
What is an opinion?
Something that you think or you believe
Each letter I - introduction C - connections E - ending
True
Identify the pieces of information found in the "R" of an open-ended response.
What is title, author, restate question or topic?
Give me 3 examples of transition words.
Also, first, second, finally, in conclusion, and many more
What pieces are found in the opening of a opinion essay?
What is hook (attention grabber), background, explanation of prompt, thesis + 3 different reasons?
What do we use to support our opinion in our writing?
Reasons, explanations, evidence
We should NEVER include facts in our opinion writing piece.
False, we use facts to support our opinion.
Explain what the "C" stands for in RACCE and explain what needs to be included in this part.
What is "CITE." Use a direct quote as textual evidence to support your answer. (Don't forget to introduce the quote and include the citation!)
Identify the subject and predicate:
I miss all of you.
Subject is "I"
Predicate is "miss all of you"
What are 2 ways in which you can elaborate within your body paragraphs?
What is expert opinion and/or facts/figures?
When will you use the RACCE format?
What is after reading a passage and answering multiple choice questions?
The purpose of opinion writing is to inform the readers.
False, the purpose opinion writing is to persuade your readers.
Give 2 examples of transitions/transitional phrases you could use to introduce textual evidence/ quote?
What is "For example," "For instance," "Furthermore,"
Sara and Liz both auditioned for the school play and are hoping to get cast as the lead. They are best friends. Write a story about this situation. WHICH PIECES OF STORY MAP ARE GIVEN IN THE ABOVE PROMPT?
What are characters, setting and initial problem?
What components should be included in each body paragraph of a opinion essay.
What is transition + topic sentence, explanation of topic, evidence (facts and/or figures, expert) elaboration clincher
What is background information?
Can be the definition of the topic, facts about the topic, history related to the topic.
Your conclusion paragraph has to be in the order of sequence order. based on your introduction.
False, it can be in any order as long as you have all the parts.
What does the "E" in RACCE stand for and what should you make?
What is elaboration on resolution and expansion- make a general statement about the theme or overall topic of the passage?
Give me an opinion AND a fact about Christmas.
Answers will vary. Opinion Example: Christmas is the best holiday. Fact Example: Christmas is celebrated in the month of the December
When will you use the RACCE format?
What is after reading a passage and answering multiple choice questions?
What is an opinion essay? What parts are needed in an essay?
A piece of writing on a certain topic based on your opinion. The parts are your introduction paragraph, body paragraphs, and conclusion paragraph.
I need to have a minimum of 3 body paragraphs in my opinion writing.
True, you only need 3 body paragraphs because you need to focus on your 3 reasons that support your opinion.
Two parts.. How many paragraphs should be written if the question has 2 bullets that are not closely related? What is always included in the last sentence written for an open-ended response (no matter the amount of paragraphs?)
What is 2 (if the bullets are not closely related)? The expansion sentence or connection to the overall theme or concept.
What are the parts of a BODY paragraph?
Topic sentence (introduction), supporting details, and a closing sentence.
What is the following prompt asking you to do? The school board is debating on requiring students to complete at least 30 minutes of homework in each content area five nights a week. Write a letter to the board sharing your opinion on this matter.v
What is a opinion essay?