DESCRIBING EVENTS & EXPRESSING OPINIONS

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DESCRIBING EVENTS 

An event is something that happens on a special occasion.
Example: Our school organised a farewell programme for the Class X students.

Begin by telling what the event was and why it was held.
Example: The programme was conducted to wish the senior students good luck.

Mention the date and place of the event.
Example: It was held on 10 January in the school auditorium.

Describe the beginning of the event.
Example: The programme began with a prayer and a welcome speech.

Write the events in the order in which they happened.
Example: After the speeches, cultural programmes were presented.

Mention the people who played an important role.
Example: Teachers guided the students, and the principal addressed the gathering.

Use action words to clearly show activities.
Example: Students danced, sang songs, and performed a short skit.

Include only important and relevant details.
Example: The best performers were appreciated with certificates.

Describe how the event ended.
Example: The programme ended with a vote of thanks.

Conclude by stating the outcome or your feelings about the event.
Example: Everyone enjoyed the programme and felt it was memorable.

EXPRESSING OPINIONS 

An opinion is a personal thought or feeling.
Example: I feel the school library is very useful for students.
Explanation: The speaker is sharing a personal feeling about the library.

Opinion words show that the idea belongs to the speaker.
Example: I believe homework helps students practise what they learn.
Explanation: The phrase I believe clearly shows this is not a fact but a personal view.

Opinions should be stated clearly at the beginning.
Example: In my view, morning assemblies improve discipline.
Explanation: The phrase In my view makes the opinion clear from the start.

A reason should support the opinion.
Example: I think group study is better because it helps students understand lessons.
Explanation: The reason explains why the speaker holds this opinion.

Simple language makes opinions easy to understand.
Example: I feel cycling to school is good as it keeps students healthy.
Explanation: The sentence is simple and clearly explains the opinion.

Examples help make opinions stronger.
Example: I believe project work is useful; for example, it teaches students to share ideas.
Explanation: The example supports the opinion and makes it clearer.

Other opinions should be respected.
Example: I think online classes are helpful, but others may prefer classroom learning.
Explanation: The speaker accepts that different people can have different views.

Opinions should stay focused on one topic.
Example: In my opinion, school uniforms are important because they create equality.
Explanation: The opinion stays on the topic of uniforms and gives a clear reason.

Disagreement should be polite.
Example: I do not agree with this rule, but I understand why it was made.
Explanation: The speaker disagrees respectfully without using rude words.

An opinion should end with a clear conclusion.
Example: Overall, I strongly feel that sports should be a regular part of school life.
Explanation: The speaker clearly restates the opinion at the end.

 

 

 

 

 

WORKS CITED

Kirszner, Laurie G., and Stephen R. Mandell. Patterns for College Writing: A Rhetorical Reader and Guide. 14th ed., Bedford/St. Martin’s, 2018.

Purdue Online Writing Lab. “Paragraphs and Paragraphing.” Purdue OWL, Purdue University,
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/paragraphs_and_paragraphing/index.html