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opinion column
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a short, personal newspaper/blog piece defending one point of view
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thesis (in a column)
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the main point of view the column argues for
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to persuade
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to make the reader agree with you
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headline
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the short, catchy title at the top of the column
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rhetorical question
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a question asked for effect, not for a real answer
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to acknowledge the other side
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to admit the opposing view has a point before answering it
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register
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how formal or informal the language is, chosen to fit the reader
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to call for action
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to urge the reader to do something ("the time has come to…")
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How do you open an opinion column?
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A catchy headline (often a question) + a clear first-person stance in the first line.
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Name two phrases that state a strong stance.
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"I am convinced that…" and "I firmly believe that…" — first person, persuasive.
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Why acknowledge the other side in a column?
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It shows balance and makes your own argument stronger: "Some will say… However,…"
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How is a column different from a news report?
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A column takes a side in the first person and persuades; a report is neutral and third-person.
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Which register suits an opinion column?
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Persuasive and first-person, addressing the reader and arguing a clear view.
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Name the three Paper 1 criteria.
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A Language (12), B Message (12), C Conceptual understanding (6).
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