Opinion Writing and Brainstorming Techniques

This video tutorial guides students through brainstorming topics for opinion writing. It explains what an opinion is, provides examples, and outlines the writing process stages. The importance of generating ideas is emphasized, with steps to brainstorm topics by considering world issues. A checklist helps ensure topics are strong, and personal experiences are used to select topics. The video concludes with evaluating topic strength and a recap of the brainstorming process.

What is an opinion?

• A scientific theory

• A historical event

• A personal belief or feeling

• A fact that everyone agrees on

Which of the following is NOT an example of an opinion?

• Water boils at 100°C

• The cafeteria should serve pizza once a week

• Cats are the best pet

• Schools should not have uniforms

What is the first step in the writing process?

• Revising and editing

• Publishing

• Writing drafts

• Generating ideas

Why is the 'generate ideas' stage important?

• It involves publishing

• It is optional

• It is the final step

• It helps organize material

What should you do first when brainstorming topics?

• Write a draft

• Edit your ideas

• Ask yourself about issues you think about a lot

• Publish your work

Which is NOT part of the checklist for a strong opinion topic?

• Do I have a personal story?

• Can I support it with three reasons?

• Do I feel strongly about this topic?

• Can I explain what I would change?

What is an example of a topic the narrator considered?

• The history of art

• The importance of recycling

• The science of climate change

• The benefits of exercise

Why did the narrator choose recycling as a strong topic?

• They have personal experience with it

• It is a popular topic

• It requires no research

• It is easy to write about

What should you do if you're unsure about your topic's strength?

• Ignore the checklist

• Choose a different topic

• Go back to the checklist

• Ask a friend

What is the final step in brainstorming topics?

• Publish your essay

• Choose a topic you can support with facts and experiences

• Write a conclusion

• Edit your draft