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el titular
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the headline / title
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la tesis
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the stance / main claim you defend
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el argumento
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the argument that supports your view
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la pregunta retórica
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the rhetorical question (asked for effect)
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el tono persuasivo
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a persuasive, opinionated tone
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En mi opinión, …
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In my opinion, …
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No cabe duda de que…
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There is no doubt that…
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Es evidente que…
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It is obvious that…
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Sin embargo, …
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However, …
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En conclusión, creo firmemente que…
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In conclusion, I firmly believe that…
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Which register does an opinion column use?
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First person and persuasive — a clear stance and an opinionated voice; never a neutral report.
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Name the five parts of an opinion column.
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Title → opening stance → main argument → rhetorical question/counterpoint → opinionated conclusion.
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Which criterion rewards the column's conventions?
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Criterion C (Conceptual) — catchy title, clear stance, persuasive devices.
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Give one phrase to state your view and one to conclude.
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View: «En mi opinión, …» Conclusion: «En conclusión, creo firmemente que…»
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