Fact vs. Opinion
What is a fact?
Something that is proven to be true
What type of figurative language is this?
Zoos are as harmful as prisons.
Simile
Give an example of an evidence-based term
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True or False:
The counterargument and rebuttal get their own paragraph each in an opinion essay.
False:
They are together in one paragraph
What is an opinion?
Someone's perspective or what they think about a topic
What is the purpose of using Evidence-Based Terms?
To cite your sources
Why do we add a closer at the end of an essay?
To leave a our reader thinking.
A counterargument
Good opinions are backed up by ___________.
Evidence and/or support
What is the main purpose of an opinion essay?
To share your opinion on a topic and to sometimes persuade your reader
Why do we use figurative language in our essays?
What is the response to a counterargument called?
A rebuttal.
Opinions can be ______________ but facts cannot.
debatable
What are persuasive terms and phrases are used for?
Convince your reader to agree with you.
What type of figurative language is this?
Zoological parks save millions of animals every second of every day.
Hyperbole
A strong rebuttal will _____________ the counterargument and support your main opinion.
weaken
A good way to support an opinion is by______________.
citing reliable sources and data
Organize the following in the correct order from 1-5:
_____ State Opinion
_____Restate Opinion
_____Provide Reason 2
_____Counterargument & Rebuttal
_____Provide Reason 1
1. State opinion
2. Provide Reason 1
3. Provide Reason 2
4. Counterargument & Rebuttal
5. Restate opinion
What does a counterargument and rebuttal do for your essay?
Give me an example of a counterargument & rebuttal. It can be about any topic.
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