Thursday, September 30, 2010

Chapter 6 TFY : Opinions : What's Believed?

Types of Opinions
Opinions take many forms: judgments, advice, generalizations, personal preferences, and general public sentiment.

Distinguishing Between Responsible and Irresponsible Opinions
Not all opinions deserve careful consideration

Opinions as Claims in Arguments
Opinions function as primary claims in arguments that are supported by facts, other claims, and reasoning. In an essay, the thesis is a statement of opinion.

Composition Writing Application
1. First Opinion: A Short Argument Supporting an Opinion
2. Second Opinion: A Short Expository Essay about an Opinion
3. Third Opinion : A Short Essay Analyzing Three Opinions
4. Peer Review

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