Writing opinion statements

*CORE CONCEPT*
Opinion statements express personal views and are supported by reasons. This video focuses on writing simple opinion statements at the A2 level.

*TOPICS COVERED*
When to use "I think," "I believe," or "In my opinion" to start an opinion statement (A2)
How to use "because," "since," or "for example" to provide supporting reasons (A2)
When to express agreement or disagreement politely using "I agree" or "I disagree" (A2)

*EXAMPLE SENTENCES*
I think reading books is fun because I can learn new things.
In my opinion, summer is better than winter.
I believe exercise is important for health.

*GRAMMAR RULES*
Opinion starter → subject + verb (e.g., I think)
Supporting reason → conjunction + reason (e.g., because I can learn new things)
Polite expression → subject + verb (e.g., I agree)

*COMMON ERRORS*
Wrong: Reading books is fun because learn new things. → Right: I think reading books is fun. (Missing opinion starter)
Wrong: I think that to read books is fun. → Right: In my opinion, exercise is good for everyone. (Grammar too complex for A2)

*STUDENT QUESTIONS*
How do I use "I think" in a sentence?
When should I use "In my opinion"?
Is "I believe exercise is important" correct?
What's the difference between "I think" and "I believe"?

*KEY CONCEPTS*
opinion statements, A2 writing, opinion starters, supporting reasons, polite expressions

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