Opinion Response Structure
| Template part | How this sample does it |
|---|---|
| Opinion | done "what we eat has a big effect on our lives as a whole. Simply put, you are what you eat" — strong opinion reinforced with a well-known saying |
| Reason | done "a steady diet of foods low in nutrition is sure to lead to health problems down the road, such as diabetes, anemia, or even cancer" — lists specific health consequences |
| Example | done "eating junk food occasionally will probably not make much of a difference in overall health" — balanced caveat that shows nuance |
| Extension | done "A healthy diet with enough fresh foods will give you more energy, and provide both physical and mental health benefits" — closes with the positive flip side |
General Template
[Opinion] Yes, I think [topic] has a big effect on our lives as a whole. Simply put, [saying or principle].
[Reason] Although [minor caveat] will probably not make much of a difference, a steady [negative habit] is sure to lead to [consequence 1], [consequence 2], or even [consequence 3].
[Example] [These consequences] show why it is important to pay attention to [topic].
[Extension] A [positive habit] will give you more [benefit 1], and provide both [benefit 2] and [benefit 3].
Vocabulary
| Word / Phrase | Synonyms |
|---|---|
| has a big effect on our lives | has a big impact on our lives has a big influence on our lives |
| a steady diet of foods low in nutrition | a steady diet of foods lacking nutrients a steady diet of unhealthy foods |
| lead to health problems down the road | lead to health problems in the long run lead to health problems over time |
| eating junk food occasionally | eating fast food occasionally eating unhealthy snacks occasionally |
| provide both physical and mental health benefits | provide both bodily and psychological health benefits provide both physical and emotional health benefits |
| simply put, you are what you eat | in other words, your diet defines your health basically, what you consume shapes who you are |
Opinion Response Structure
| Template part | How this sample does it |
|---|---|
| Opinion | done "I definitely think our diet is important for our health and wellbeing" — direct, emphatic agreement |
| Reason | done "What we eat affects everything from our energy levels to how we feel every day" — broad health connection |
| Example | done "eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables gives us the vitamins and nutrients we need, while too much fast food can make us feel tired" — contrasts healthy and unhealthy outcomes |
| Extension | done "a good diet can help prevent illnesses in the long run… making small changes can have a really big impact" — long-term benefit and actionable takeaway |
General Template
[Opinion] Oh, I definitely think [topic] is important for our [area of life].
[Reason] What we [do] affects everything from [outcome 1] to [outcome 2].
[Example] For example, [positive behaviour] gives us [benefit], while too much [negative behaviour] can make us [negative outcome].
[Extension] Also, [topic] can help prevent [long-term problem]. Even though it is not always easy with [challenge], I think making small changes can have a really big impact. Personally, I try to pay attention to [topic] because I know it is important for both my [area 1] and my [area 2].
Vocabulary
| Word / Phrase | Synonyms |
|---|---|
| important for our health and wellbeing | important for our health and wellness important for our health and overall condition |
| affects everything from our energy levels | affects everything from our stamina affects everything from our vitality |
| can help prevent illnesses in the long run | can help ward off diseases in the long run can help reduce the risk of sickness in the long run |
| making small changes can have a big impact | making minor adjustments can have a big impact making slight improvements can have a big impact |
| too much fast food can make us feel tired | too much fast food can make us feel sluggish too much fast food can make us feel lethargic |
| gives us the vitamins and nutrients we need | gives us the nourishment we need gives us the essential nutrition we need |