Clear Opinions, Strong Paragraphs: Class 4 Writing Opinion Paragraphs 

This Grade 4 opinion writing worksheet helps learners write clear, well-structured opinion paragraphs using strong opinions, logical reasons, and relevant examples. Through guided exercises, students learn how to identify strong opinions, choose convincing reasons, expand ideas with examples, improve weak paragraphs, and write complete opinion paragraphs independently. The worksheet is ideal for CBSE English learners developing clarity, reasoning, and paragraph-writing skills. 

Why Opinion Paragraphs Matter in Writing? 

1. Opinion paragraphs teach students to express ideas clearly and confidently. 
2. Adding reasons and examples builds logical thinking and explanation skills. 
3. Structured writing improves sentence flow and organization. 
4. These skills prepare learners for persuasive writing and essays in higher grades. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

🧠 Exercise 1 – Identify the Strongest Opinion 
Students read a short paragraph and write YES next to the sentence that expresses the strongest opinion. 

📝 Exercise 2 – Choose the Best Reason 
Learners circle the reason that makes each opinion more convincing. 

✍️ Exercise 3 – Add a Reason and an Example 
Students complete opinions by writing one clear reason and one supporting example. 

🔄 Exercise 4 – Improve a Weak Paragraph 
Learners rewrite a weak paragraph by adding a clear opinion, two strong reasons, one example, and a closing sentence. 

📘 Exercise 5 – Write a Complete Opinion Paragraph 
Students choose one topic and write a full opinion paragraph including a topic sentence, two reasons, one example, and a closing sentence. 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Identify the Strongest Opinion 
Correct sentence marked YES: 
“I believe it is the best part of our school because everyone can play freely and have fun.” 

Exercise 2 – Circle the Best Reason 
1. Kids should learn basic cooking – **B** 
2. Homework is necessary – **A** 
3. Schools should plant more trees – **B** 
4. PE class is important – **A** 
5. Everyone should try reading mystery books – **B** 

Exercise 3 – Add One Reason and One Example 
(Sample answers) 

1. Opinion: Recess should be longer. 
Reason: Longer recess helps students relax and recharge. 
Example: For example, after playing longer, students focus better in class. 

2. Opinion: Kids should learn first aid. 
Reason: First aid helps kids stay safe in emergencies. 
Example: A child can help a friend with a small cut. 

3. Opinion: Art class should happen twice a week. 
Reason: More art time helps students be creative. 
Example: Students can finish bigger art projects. 

4. Opinion: Students should read every night. 
Reason: Night reading improves vocabulary. 
Example: I learn new words from my bedtime story. 

5. Opinion: Every school should have a kindness club. 
Reason: Kindness clubs teach students to care for others. 
Example: Students can help classmates who feel sad. 

Exercise 4 – Rewrite the Weak Paragraph 
(Sample improved paragraph) 

School clubs are important because they help students learn new skills. First, clubs allow children to explore interests like art, music, or sports. Second, clubs teach teamwork and responsibility. For example, in the science club, students work together to complete projects. That is why school clubs are good for students. 

Exercise 5 – Write a Complete Opinion Paragraph 
(Sample answer – Topic: Why kids should play outdoors) 

Kids should play outdoors because it keeps them healthy and happy. One reason is that outdoor play helps children exercise their bodies. Another reason is that fresh air makes us feel energetic. For example, when I play outside with my friends, I feel active and cheerful. That is why outdoor play is important for kids. 

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