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Literacy Test Preparation

Writing a Series of Paragraphs (Opinion Writing). Literacy Test Preparation. Series of Paragraphs (5 paragraph format). Literacy Test Task:. Write a minimum of three paragraphs expressing an opinion about the topic given

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Literacy Test Preparation

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  1. Writing a Series of Paragraphs (Opinion Writing) Literacy Test Preparation

  2. Series of Paragraphs (5 paragraph format)

  3. Literacy Test Task: • Write a minimum of three paragraphs expressing an opinion about the topic given • Develop your main idea with supporting details (proof, facts, examples etc.) • The audience: adults interested in your opinion • The lined space provided indicates the approximate length of writing expected

  4. Example: • Topic: “Is it a good idea for high school students to have a part-time job? • Length: Approximately 2 pages **page 16-18 2008-2009 osslt book

  5. What to do BEFORE you write: • Read all instructions carefully • Form an opinion about the topic 3. List reasons (supports) for your opinion as well as details, examples or facts to back them up • Complete this work in the “rough notes” section provided in your OSSLT booklet, this work is not marked • Identify which of these supports is the weakest, second strongest to strongest

  6. Is it a good idea for high school students to have a part-time job? YES!!! NO!!! • Start to build a resume • Make your own spending money • Need something to do with my spare time • See what type of work I like doing or don’t like doing • I want to focus my free time on studying • I want to be involved in extra curriculars instead • My parents give me an allowance • Take away from time I spend with my friends

  7. Pick a side... • It doesn’t really matter what your personal opinion is on the OSSLT, it matters what you can write the most about. • Go back a slide, which option (Yes or No) could you write a more detailed paragraph about?

  8. Writing a series of paragraphs • Decide on the format of your answer • You should write using the 5 paragraph format (even though the instructions from the OSSLT booklet will suggest you write a minimum of 3 paragraphs) • Write your paragraphs in the third person voice • Do not use “I”, “I think” or “in my opinion” • Review your rough notes to decide what information will be written in which paragraph

  9. Introduction Paragraph # 1 • Write a topic sentence- explain the topic or provide a definition if needed • Include an opinion statement (thesis)- state your opinion about the topic and list your 3 supports

  10. Body Paragraphs # 2, 3 and 4 • In each paragraph, select one of your arguments that support your opinion from your rough work • Include examples and specific details to emphasize your explanation • Explain how your support backs up your opinion

  11. Conclusion Paragraph • Re-state or re-word your opinion statement (thesis) • Summarize your supports

  12. Credits: Adapted from: • Mary Nanavati – Principal Fletcher’s Meadow • Created by: Candice Lande, Fletcher’s Meadow • Susan Bell Louise Arbour SS

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