Language Arts: Opinion Writing
Stating opinions and supporting them with reasons
Language Arts: Opinion Writing
Stating opinions and supporting them with reasons
Language Arts - Grade 4-5
- 1
Write an opinion statement about whether school uniforms are a good idea. Include one clear reason.
Start with I think or In my opinion.
One possible answer is: I think school uniforms are a good idea because they help students focus more on learning and less on clothing choices. - 2
Read this claim: Recess should be longer. Write two reasons that support this opinion.
Two possible reasons are that students need time to exercise and that a longer recess can help them return to class feeling refreshed and ready to learn. - 3
Write a short opinion about whether students should have homework every night. Include at least two reasons.
Make sure each reason clearly supports your opinion.
One possible answer is: I think students should not have homework every night because they need time to rest and spend time with family. Also, too much homework can make students feel stressed. - 4
Choose which sentence is a stronger opinion statement and explain why: A. Dogs are nice. B. Dogs make great pets because they are loyal and playful.
Sentence B is a stronger opinion statement because it clearly gives an opinion and includes reasons that explain why the writer feels that way. - 5
Write an opinion statement about your favorite season. Then add one example that supports your opinion.
Use an example from your own life.
One possible answer is: Fall is the best season because the weather is cool and comfortable. For example, I can play outside without getting too hot. - 6
Read this sentence: I think our class should take a field trip to the zoo. Add one reason and one example to make the opinion stronger.
One possible answer is: I think our class should take a field trip to the zoo because students can learn about animals in a real setting. For example, seeing animal habitats in person can help us understand science lessons better. - 7
Write a concluding sentence for this opinion: Reading every day is important because it improves vocabulary and helps students become better writers.
A conclusion should wrap up the writer's opinion.
One possible concluding sentence is: For these reasons, reading every day is a valuable habit for all students. - 8
A classmate writes: Pizza is the best school lunch. Write a respectful sentence that disagrees and gives one reason.
One possible answer is: I respectfully disagree because a lunch with fruits, vegetables, and protein is healthier and gives students more balanced nutrition. - 9
Write a short opinion paragraph about whether kids should have more choice in what books they read at school. Include an opinion, two reasons, and a concluding sentence.
Include a beginning, middle, and end.
One possible answer is: I think kids should have more choice in what books they read at school. When students pick books they enjoy, they are more likely to stay interested in reading. Choice also helps students discover new topics and authors they like. For these reasons, giving students more choice can make reading more enjoyable and meaningful. - 10
Read these reasons for the opinion Students should help with chores at home: 1. It teaches responsibility. 2. It can help families work together. Write a full opinion statement using both reasons.
One possible answer is: I think students should help with chores at home because it teaches responsibility and helps families work together.