Opinion Writing

An opinion is a belief, judgement, or way of thinking about something.

When giving an opinion, you would tell how you feel about something and
the reasons for it. Giving out examples can further your opinion.

We can use these sentence starters when writing an opinion.

Sentence Starters
• I think • In my opinion
• I believe • I like
• My favourite • I do not like
• The best • I agree
• If I had • I disagree
• I feel

Transition words can be used to structure our writing.

Transition Words
• First • Also
• Second • Another reason
• Third • Finally
• Next • Last

A conclusion goes over your main points. We can use the following:
Writing the Conclusion
• That is why I believe • All in all
• As you can see • In conclusion
• It is clear that • To summarize
 Opinion Writing

Which animal do you think is stronger? Write at least four different

points.

rhino gorilla

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 Opinion Writing

Which sport is better? Write at least four different points.

football basketball

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 Opinion Writing

In your opinion, what is the most important meal of the day? State
four reasons.
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

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