Opinion Response Structure
| Template part | How this sample does it |
|---|---|
| Opinion | done "food today is better than food was before, because we have better technology to produce and preserve food now" — takes a clear position with the supporting reason right away |
| Reason | done "being able to put foods in the refrigerator allows us to enjoy them anytime we want" — explains how preservation technology improves food access |
| Example | done "techniques like hybridization… we've actually created food that is bigger and more flavorful than ever" — specific scientific technique with measurable outcomes |
| Extension | done "Our food today is better because varieties of food are more easily available, and more flavorful" — summary with two concluding reasons |
General Template
[Opinion] I think [topic] today is [assessment] than it was before, because we have better [advantage] now.
[Reason] One way to see this is [area of improvement]. Although [caveat], being able to [benefit] allows us to [positive outcome].
[Example] Another way is through techniques like [technique], and because of them we have actually created [product] that is [quality 1] and [quality 2] than ever.
[Extension] [Topic] today is better because [reason 1], and [reason 2].
Vocabulary
| Word / Phrase | Synonyms |
|---|---|
| better technology to produce and preserve food | better technology to grow and store food better technology to manufacture and keep food |
| foods that must be preserved | foods that must be stored foods that must be kept fresh |
| techniques like hybridization | techniques like cross-breeding techniques like selective cultivation |
| food that is bigger and more flavorful | food that is bigger and more tasty food that is bigger and more delicious |
| varieties of food are more easily available | varieties of food are more easily accessible varieties of food are more easily obtainable |
| these things always taste better fresh | these things always taste better when newly prepared these things always taste better when recently made |
Opinion Response Structure
| Template part | How this sample does it |
|---|---|
| Opinion | done "food is both better and different now compared to the past" — balanced stance acknowledging improvement and change |
| Reason | done "we have more access to a variety of ingredients, so meals can be more diverse and exciting. People are also more aware of healthy choices" — two reasons supporting the opinion |
| Example | done "some people say that food was healthier and fresher in the past because everything was homemade and there were fewer processed foods" — introduces a contrasting viewpoint for balance |
| Extension | done "We have more options now, but it's important to remember the value of traditional cooking and fresh, local ingredients" — fair closing that respects both perspectives |
General Template
[Opinion] Well, I suppose [topic] is both [assessment 1] and [assessment 2] now compared to the past.
[Reason] For one thing, we have more access to [benefit], so [positive result]. People are also more aware of [positive trend].
[Example] However, some people say that [topic] was [quality] in the past because [past reason]. On the other hand, modern [topic] can be [modern advantage], which is convenient for [context].
[Extension] Honestly, there are pros and cons. We have more options now, but it is important to remember the value of [traditional element]. So, [topic] now is better in some ways but we should not forget the good things from the past.
Vocabulary
| Word / Phrase | Synonyms |
|---|---|
| more access to a variety of ingredients | more access to a range of ingredients more access to a wider selection of ingredients |
| more aware of healthy choices | more aware of nutritious options more aware of wellness-friendly alternatives |
| everything was homemade | everything was home-cooked everything was prepared from scratch |
| fewer processed foods | fewer factory-made foods fewer pre-packaged foods |
| the value of traditional cooking | the value of conventional recipes the value of time-honoured culinary practices |
| there are pros and cons | there are advantages and disadvantages there are upsides and downsides |