Venkat Kr
Vijayalakshmi R
Sanjeev Joseph
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4. Analyzing Mentor Texts
Learning Intention: To understand how to write an opinion text.
| Introduction (1st Paragraph) | Clearly states opinion; Has a preview of the main reasons that will follow in the rest of the opinion |
| 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Paragraphs | Has one reason and information (facts and details) to support the opinion in each paragraph |
| 5th Paragraph | Has one reason and information (facts and details) which is against the opinion |
| Conclusion (6th Paragraph) | Summarizes the reasons and makes a concluding statement |
| Transition Words | Uses words such as firstly, in addition, in conclusion, because, as, and, also, or, and but to sequence the paragraphs and sentences within each paragraph |
First of all, read the Tips for Writing an Opinion. Then look at the mentor text that follows:
Why Bicycle Riding is the Best Pastime
Bicycle riding is the best pastime of all. It has many advantages such as making me fitter, it is good for the environment and it gets you outdoors. There is one disadvantage which is bicycle riding can be dangerous for yourself and for others.
Firstly, bicycle riding is the best pastime because it makes me fitter. I rode to the local park and back home which is 5 miles. This is further than the 2 miles I could ride when I started riding so I am much fitter now.
Another reason why I believe bicycle riding is a great pastime is because it is good for the environment. I ride my bicycle to school each day so my mom does not have to drive me. Cars cause more than half of the air pollution in the USA. Bicycles do not cause any air pollution so are very good for the environment.
In addition, I like the outdoors. When I ride I am closer to nature. I can smell the trees and hear the birds singing. When I was riding at the local park I saw lots of flowers, trees, squirrels and birds, including a red cardinal. This is why I like being outdoors.
Bike riding has many advantages but it can be dangerous. Riding on the footpath can be dangerous to other people who you might bump into. Riding on the road where there is no cycle path can be dangerous because of cars. Also, it is dangerous to cycle on icy roads and footpaths. One time, a dog ran in front of me on the footpath and I fell off my bike. My knee was bleeding so I had to walk home.
In conclusion, I would recommend bicycle riding to everyone as it has many advantages. While it can be dangerous, it is still a great pastime for everyone.
Comment: With a partner discuss whether Why Bicycle Riding is the Best Pastime is/is not an effective opinion text. What makes it effective? What could be improved? Then post a comment from your discussion. Also, contribute to the class discussion by making comments on other students' comments. Link to their comments by starting with @Name.Why Bicycle Riding is the Best Pastime
i believe that bycycle riding is a wonderful outdoor activity.it brings me more closer to the nature.it make me fit and healthy.it is a complete body work out..beside these merits it can be dangerous if we go towards the heavy traffic zones.
To conclude apart from the danger aspect which can be easily avoided and planned it is prescribed to be one of the excellent outdoor activity for both youngsters and elders.