January 14, 2011

Good Neighbor Essay

Question: Does this essay have an opinion? Yes. The opinion is stated in the introduction and restated in the conclusion. That means the writer is using as the method of organization see deduction.

How do we know it is an opinion? By checking it against the opinion checklist.

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What are the qualities of a good neighbor? From my experience, a good neighbor is a lot of things, but most of all considerate. What do I mean? Let me explain.


Mr. Greenleaf, my neighbor to the north, is very considerate...


The Sambas, my neighbors to the south, are also very considerate...


As I've illustrated, good neighbors are considerate. Who would you like next to you, the Sambas and Mr. Greenleaf, or Mr. Blackhart? Think about that the next time you take out the garbage, cut your grass, and have a party.


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