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Un párrafo de opinión

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Escribe un párrafo bien organizado que dé tu opinión sobre una pregunta, la apoye con razones y ejemplos, y termine con una conclusión.

Should children learn to cook at school?

In my opinion, every child should learn to cook at school. Firstly, cooking is an essential life skill. Many young people leave home without knowing how to make a simple, healthy meal, so they end up eating unhealthy snacks. Secondly, cooking lessons can make other subjects more interesting. For example, children use maths when they weigh ingredients and science when they see how heat changes food. Finally, cooking together teaches teamwork, because students have to share tasks and tools. Some people argue that there is no time in the school day for practical subjects. However, I believe that even one hour a week would make a big difference. To sum up, cooking lessons help children to become healthier, more confident and more independent.

Palabras de enlace y oraciones temáticas

Elige la mejor palabra, frase u oración.

Topic sentence: ___, public transport should be free for all students.
- a) In my opinion
- b) For instance
- c) Such as
Walking to school is healthy. ___, it is better for the environment than driving.
- a) However
- b) In addition
- c) For example
Many teenagers have hobbies ___ painting, music or sport.
- a) like as
- b) such as
- c) as such
Some people say homework is useless. ___, I believe it helps students to remember what they learn.
- a) Therefore
- b) For example
- c) However
___, there are many good reasons to learn a second language.
- a) Such as
- b) Firstly of all
- c) To sum up
Which is the best topic sentence for a paragraph about sport at school?
- a) I play football on Saturdays.
- b) Sport should be a compulsory part of every school day.
- c) Football, basketball and tennis.
Which sentence does NOT belong in a paragraph arguing that people should read more books?
- a) Reading improves your vocabulary and concentration.
- b) Books help us understand people from other cultures.
- c) My favourite colour is green.

Completa el párrafo

Estas oraciones son de un párrafo sobre los parques de la ciudad. Escribe una palabra en cada espacio.

In my ___, cities need more green spaces.
___ example, a short walk in a park can reduce stress.
What is ___, trees help to keep the air clean.
Some people ___ that parks are too expensive to look after.
It is true ___ parks cost money, but they also save money on healthcare.
To ___ up, more parks would make our cities healthier and happier.

Tarea de escritura

Escribe un párrafo de opinión para responder a esta pregunta: 'Is it better to live in a city or in the countryside?' Empieza con una oración temática clara, da al menos dos razones con ejemplos, menciona la otra postura y termina con una oración de conclusión.

120–180 palabras

Revisa tu texto

Mi primera oración expresa claramente mi opinión.
Di al menos dos razones, cada una con un ejemplo o una explicación.
Usé palabras de enlace como Firstly, In addition y For example.
Mencioné la opinión contraria y la respondí con However.
Mi última oración resume mi opinión con otras palabras.
Todas las oraciones tratan el tema principal.

Respuestas

Palabras de enlace y oraciones temáticas

a) In my opinionUna oración temática expresa tu opinión, así que In my opinion es el mejor comienzo.
b) In additionIn addition añade otra razón que apoya la misma idea. However introduciría un contraste.
b) such asSuch as introduce ejemplos. Like as y as such no son correctos aquí.
c) HoweverHowever introduce tu opinión contraria después de la opinión opuesta.
c) To sum upTo sum up introduce la oración de conclusión. Firstly of all no es correcto: usa First of all o Firstly.
b) Sport should be a compulsory part of every school day.Una oración temática da una opinión clara que el párrafo puede apoyar. Las otras son un dato personal y una lista.
c) My favourite colour is green.Todas las oraciones deben apoyar la idea principal. Tu color favorito no tiene nada que ver con la lectura.

Completa el párrafo

opinion / viewIn my opinion (o In my view) introduce tu opinión en la oración temática.
forFor example introduce un ejemplo que apoya tu razón.
moreWhat is more añade otro punto, como In addition.
argue / say / think / believe / claim / feel / worry / complain / suggestSome people argue that ... introduce la opinión contraria.
thatIt is true that ..., but ... acepta parte de la otra opinión y luego la responde.
sumTo sum up introduce la oración de conclusión.

Respuesta modelo

Personally, I believe it is better to live in the countryside than in a city. Firstly, life in the countryside is much calmer and healthier. The air is cleaner, and there is less traffic noise, so people often sleep better and feel less stressed. Secondly, it is easier to spend time in nature. For instance, you can go for a walk in the fields or grow your own vegetables in a garden. In addition, small communities are often friendlier, because neighbours know and help each other. It is true that cities offer more jobs, shops and entertainment. However, many people can now work from home, and towns are usually not far away. For these reasons, I think the countryside offers a better quality of life.