Grade 6: Opinion Essay

Don't leave readers in the dark about your opinion. Try these ideas.

Make sure your opinion is specific.

Too general: I love food.

Specific: Italian food is satisfying to eat and fun to prepare.

Avoid vague wording.

Too vague: Keeping up with fashion can be a pain.

Clearly worded: Keeping up with fashion can waste money and time.

Don't ramble on and on! Write concisely.

Too wordy: Bird watching can be a great hobby and a really cool way to spend time outdoors in nature while breathing fresh air and learning about a vast variety of birds, and there are so many birds to see and hear!

Concise: Bird watching combines the adventure of exploring nature with the fun of learning about many different birds.

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