what to write for an opinion writing
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Writing
Part 2
Article
1 Look at these sentences om t e artic e on page 130.
Clearly, my romantic image of the profession needs updating.
Not surprisingly, patience is an important asset for anyone doing this kind of work.
Obviously, women don't have a monopoly on patience.
Each one begins with an adverb which expresses the writer's attitude to or opinion of what follows. In 1-8 below replace the underlined phrase with an adverb from the box.
Astonishingly Happily Interestingly Sadly Curiously Worryingly Personally Unfortunately
1 In my opinion, I think that any form of physical punishment is unacceptable.
2I'm absolutely amazed that he was released after only two years in prison.
3It js sad that there is a growing trend towards violence in our schools.
4It is regrettable that many parents just don't communicate with their children.
5 It's strange that some kidnap victims end up sympathizing with their captors.
6It is of some concern that many drivers still do not wear their seat belts.
7It's worth noting that most children don't leave home until they get married.
8 I'm pleased to be able to say that this is an exception rather than the rule.
2 Read the following Writing Part 2 instructions and discuss with your partner how you might answer the question.
You see this announcement in an international magazine:
We invite you, our readers, to write an article giving your opinions on:
DEALING WITH LITTER
- How serious a problem is litter in your area?
- What can be done to stop people dropping litter in the street?
The best articles answering this question will be published next month.
3 Now read the following article and compare the writer's ideas with those you discussed in exercise 2.
A load of rubbish
I'm sure the people of Brenton don't drop crisp packets and drink cans on the floor in their own home. So why do so many think it's acceptable to do so on the streets of our town?
A walk in the area around the cathedral reveals how serious the problem has become. Litter lines the pavements outside some of our most picturesque buildings, giving tourists a poor impression of the town and its residents. And incredibly, there are sometimes more plastic bags in our parks and playgrounds than there are people. Clearly, something needs to be done.
More litter bins won't solve the problem- there are already plenty of these, but most people ignore them. what we need is an awareness campaign organized by the council encouraging people to use the bins or take their rubbish home. Also, heavier fines should be imposed on anyone who is caught dropping litter- the current maximum of $100 is not enough.
Unfortunately, the council seem reluctant to act. But surely they, more than anyone, want a town they can be proud of, don't they?
4 Read the model answer again and find examples of the following common features of articles:
a title
b interesting beginning
c Direct questions
d adverbs which express the writer's attitude or opinion
e more informal use of linking words
f leaving the reader something to think about at the end
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(A) But surely they, more than anyone, want a town they can be proud of, don't they?
(B) So, and, But
(C) A load of rubbish
(D) So why do so many think it's acceptable to do so on the streets of our town?
But surely they, more than anyone, want a town they can be proud of, don't they?
(E) I'm sure the people of Brenton don't drop crisp packets and drink cans on the floor in their own home.
(F) Incredibly, clearly, Unfortunately, surely
5 How are the writer's ideas organized in the model answer? What information is contained in each paragraph?
Paragraph 1:
Paragraph 2:
Paragraph 3:
Paragraph 4:
(a) Suggested solutions.
(b) A criticism of some of Brenton's residents and their tendency to drop litter.
(c) A criticism of the council and a reason why they should take action.
(d) The serious nature of the problem in Brenton, and the impression left on tourists.
6 Read the following Writing Part 2 instructions.
You see this announcement in an international magazine:
We invite you, our readers, to write an article giving your opinions on:
DEALING WITH GRAFFITI
- How serious a problem is graffiti in your area?
- What can be done to stop people covering walls with graffiti?
The best articles answering this question will be published next month.
Write your article in 140-190 words.
Don't forget!
Give your article a title. It may be better to do this after you have written your answer.
Organize your ideas into logical paragraphs.
Include the techniques and language features you saw in exercise 4.
Do not copy whole phrases from the article in exercise 3.
