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Opinion essay

Introduction & thesis statement

What is an essay?

• An essay is a piece of writing where you share your ideas about a topic in an organized way. It usually has an introduction, body paragraphs with your main points and examples, and a conclusion to sum up your ideas.
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• an analytic or interpretative literary composition usually dealing with its subject from a limited or personal point of view.

What is an opinion essay?

A literary essay is really an analysis of a literary work, in this case: our book Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close.

It is not merely a summary. Instead, it is an argument about the work that expresses a writer's (that's you guys) personal perspective, interpretation, judgment, or critical evaluation of the book.

An opinion essay is a type of writing where you express your personal opinion on a topic and support it with clear arguments and examples. Your goal is to convince the reader that your opinion is well thought out and logical.

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Exercise: Statement Sprint

1. Celebrities and influencers are bad role models for teenagers.
2. Everyone should do a year of volunteer work after high school.
3. Artificial intelligence will create more jobs than it destroys.

Choose the statement you agree or disagree with the most. You than must write one sentence explaining why.

1. Celebrities and influencers are bad role models for teenagers.
2. Everyone should do a year of volunteer work after high school.
3. Artificial intelligence will create more jobs than it destroys.

Choose the statement you agree or disagree with the most. You than must write one sentence explaining why.

It should have these 3 elements:

1. An introduction that tells the reader what your essay will focus on. Hook, background information, thesis statement

2. A main body, divided into paragraphs, that builds an argument using evidence.

3. A conclusion that clearly states the main point that you have shown with your analysis.

Restates the thesis, summarizes key points, and leaves a final impression.

The introduction

> Hook, an attention getter

> background introduce your topic
> End with your thesis statement (your main argument)

The introduction

> Start with a compelling opening statement - Hook

> background information
> End with your thesis statement (your main argument)

The introduction

> Start with a compelling opening statement - Hook

> background information: You clearly introduce the topic, 

> End with your thesis statement (your main argument).

The introduction

> Start with a compelling opening statement - Hook

> background information
> End with your thesis statement (your main argument)

Celebrities and influencers are bad role models for teenagers.

(Hook) From viral TikTok trends to million-dollar brand deals, celebrities and influencers shape the way teenagers think, act, and see the world.  (Background) Social media has made these figures more influential than ever, with young people following their every move. While some influencers promote positivity and hard work, many set unrealistic standards and encourage harmful behavior.  (Thesis) Celebrities and influencers are bad role models for teenagers because they often promote unhealthy lifestyles, materialism, and unrealistic expectations.

Which of the following would be a good compelling opening sentence of a literary essay?

This essay explores the novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley and its themes of creation and responsibility..

What does it truly mean to be human? Frankenstein challenges this question through its complex characters.

No one is born a monster; it is society and rejection that often turn them into one.

Mary Shelley’s novel Frankenstein tells the story of a scientist who defies nature.

No one is born a monster; it is society and rejection that often turn them into one.“Beware; for I am fearless, and therefore powerful,” declares the creature in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, a statement that underscores the novel’s exploration of ambition, rejection, and morality. The story follows Victor Frankenstein, whose relentless pursuit of scientific achievement leads him to create life, only to abandon his creation. Through the creature’s suffering and Victor’s moral failings, Shelley examines the consequences of neglect and the blurred line between humanity and monstrosity. This essay will analyze how Shelley portrays these themes and challenges readers to reconsider what truly defines a monster.

What is the best thesis
statement?

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Objective: Quickly write a clear thesis statement in response to a fun prompt.

Read the prompt and decide your position.

"Homework should be banned."

Write a thesis statement that includes:

Your position and Two supporting reasons.

Example: "This essay argues that homework should be banned because it increases stress and reduces family time."

" Write a thesis statement that includes:
Your position / Two supporting reasons.

"Chocolate is better than ice cream."
"Summer is the best season of the year.
Pizza is the best food in the world."
"Aliens definitely exist."

This essay will provide an explanation for pizza being the best food in the world because it is versatile, widely loved, and available in endless varieties to suit every taste."

This essay challenges the question that aliens definitely exist because the universe is vast and unexplored, and scientists have found signs of potentially habitable planets.

This essay will argue that chocolate is better than ice cream because it is more versatile, lasts longer, and can be enjoyed in any season

This essay will demonstrate that summer is the best season of the year because it offers the longest days, the weather, and opportunities for outdoor activities.

CONCLUSION:

To sum up, the concept of monstrosity in *Frankenstein* goes beyond appearances, as Victor’s actions reveal him to be more monstrous than the creature. For example, his selfish destruction of the creature’s mate reflects his lack of empathy and responsibility. Through this, Shelley challenges readers to question what truly defines a monster—someone's outward appearance or their moral choices. By contrasting Victor’s cruelty with the creature’s longing for connection, Shelley provides a powerful commentary on humanity, responsibility, and the consequences of neglect, leaving readers with meaningful insights into the nature of monstrosity.