Opinion Essay
The Persuader
Opinion Essay Structure
Unlike a "Balanced Essay," here you pick ONE side and support it 100%. No fence-sitting!
1. Introduction
"I firmly believe that exams are unnecessary."
2. Reason 1 (Body A)
"Firstly, they cause excessive stress."
3. Reason 2 (Body B)
"Furthermore, they do not measure real intelligence."
4. Conclusion
"To conclude, schools should replace exams."
Stacking Points
Build a tower of arguments
Furthermore,
(Formal addition)
Moreover,
(Stronger addition)
In addition,
(Standard)
Crucially,
(Most important point)
Grammar Alert:
Avoid starting sentences with "And".
❌ And it is expensive.
✅ Furthermore, it is expensive.
Avoid starting sentences with "And".
❌ And it is expensive.
✅ Furthermore, it is expensive.
Argue Your Case
Topic: Video Games in Education
1. Thesis (Pick a Side)
2. Reason 1 (Body A)
3. Reason 2 (Body B)
Mission
Outline Your Essay
Task: Write an outline for ONE side.
Topic: "University education should be free."
Topic: "University education should be free."
- Intro: "I completely agree/disagree..."
- Reason 1: "Firstly,..."
- Reason 2: "Moreover,..." (Don't switch sides!)
- Conclusion: "In summary,..."