The Power of Persuasion: Opinion and Argument · Speaking & Listening

Constructing a Strong Opinion

Learning to state a clear claim and provide logical reasons to support it.

Key Questions

  1. 1What makes an opinion convincing to an audience?
  2. 2How do linking words help connect reasons to a main claim?
  3. 3Why is it important to consider who you are trying to persuade?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Writing - Grade 3ON: Oral Communication - Grade 3
Grade: Grade 3
Subject: Language Arts
Unit: The Power of Persuasion: Opinion and Argument
Period: Speaking & Listening

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