Trimester 2

support a point of view with reasons and information

introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure in which related ideas are grouped to support the writer’s purpose

provide reasons that are supported by facts and details

link opinion and reasons using words and phrases

provide a concluding statement or section related to the opinion presented

produce clear and coherent writing, including multiple-paragraph texts, in which the development and organization are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience

develop and strengthen writing by planning, revising, and editing