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Opinion Writing

Grade 4 · Stretch challenge · 6 questions · Version PG-15BAA6Q-18FJ

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1.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about which evidence should matter most in a public decision.
2.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about the most important feature of a public library.
3.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about whether historical places should be preserved.
4.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about the best way to reduce waste at school.
5.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about whether devices improve every kind of learning.
6.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about the fairest response when a rule causes a problem.

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about which evidence should matter most in a public decision.Responses will vary. Strong opinion writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
  2. Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about the most important feature of a public library.Responses will vary. Strong opinion writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
  3. Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about whether historical places should be preserved.Responses will vary. Strong opinion writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
  4. Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about the best way to reduce waste at school.Responses will vary. Strong opinion writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
  5. Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about whether devices improve every kind of learning.Responses will vary. Strong opinion writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
  6. Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about the fairest response when a rule causes a problem.Responses will vary. Strong opinion writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.

Worked example

State a clear claim and support it with relevant reasons and examples.

Common mistake

Repeating the opinion instead of adding evidence.

Helpful hint

For each reason, add a specific example.