Paragraph 1 1 What are the government’s plans?
The government plans to …
2 In general, do you think that this would have positive or negative consequences?
In my view, …
Paragraph 2
3 What will be the effects of this law?
If this law is introduced, … will …
4 Is the law fair or unfair?
I think that this would be fair / unfair, because …
Paragraph 3
5 What do you think?
In conclusion, I feel (strongly) that …
Now let’s look at a simple structure you can use to write opinion essays.
1) Introduction
• Paraphrase the question
• Give your opinion
• State two supporting reasons
2) Main body paragraph 1
• Topic sentence – outline 1st reason for supporting this view
• Explanation – explain this idea
• Example – give an example
3) Main body paragraph 2
• Topic sentence – outline 2nd reason for supporting this view
• Explanation – explain this idea
• Example – give an example
4. Conclusion
In conclusion/ In the end/ So….