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COMPILATIONS
8. Regarding question no. 6, what do you think is the reason
ANALYZING ARGUMENTS IN MANIFESTOES the
actress failed to transcend her message?
1. In order to prove a point in a text, a writer must provide A. There is not enough evidence.
_______________. B. There is no logical connection between claim and reason.
A. enough evidence C. There is too much emotion involved.
B. logical reason D. The facts given are invalid.
C. strong argument
D. updated source
9. _______________________________________________.
2. To analyze an argument ultimately means Teachers have undergone retooling and capacity building
______________. in
A. to read the text critically alternative learning delivery modes. They have attended
B. to determine the point in the text various webinars on utilizing technology for education.
C. to critically read and evaluate the line of reasoning in the They
text have also prepared learning materials such as modules for
D. to judge the validity of evidence provided in the text students to study at home.

3. The point that the writer wants to prove in the text is called Which can be an appropriate claim in this argument?
________. A. Education must continue in this time of pandemic.
A. claim B. DepEd made the necessary steps to ensure that
B. reason learning
C. argument will continue.
D. evidence C. Teachers are now ready to serve this school year
despite
4. In writing a text, a writer wants readers to accept an idea the threat of the pandemic.
and D. Teachers are also heroes in this time of pandemic.
therefore provides support. This is called
_______________. 10. DOH secretary Duque contradicted the president and said,
A. claim “It is safe to open classes on August 24, 2020”. How can
B. reason he
C. argument prove his point?
D. evidence A. Explain pandemic; give reasons and back up evidence.
B. Make a stronger point; give reasons and back up
5. Example of this can be statistical data, research findings, evidence.
statements of authorities, etc. C. Provide counterclaim; give reasons and back up
A. claim evidence
B. reason D. Give reasons and back up evidence.
C. argument
D. evidence
CREATING ARGUMENTS AND CITING SOURCES
6. To analyze an argument, the first thing that one must do is
to ____________ 1. It usually refers to a main idea, often called a
________.
A. clarify what the author is trying to say “claim” or “thesis statement,” backed up with
B. judge how the author presented his idea evidence that supports the idea.
C. identify both implicit and explicit message of the text ____________ 2. It states the idea that the author wants you
D. look for the evidence provided to support the claims to believe in.
____________ 3. It serves as a support to the explanation you
7. In the viral “Bawal Lumabas” statement of an actress about provided to your opinion.
ABS-CBN shutdown issue, the actress was trying to ____________ 4. It serves as the logical explanation of your
__________________________. opinion.
A. prove her point by using analogy ____________ 5. It serves as the central idea or main
B. support her claim by giving example argument
C. make her opinion clear of your paper wherein all claims are based
D. give logical reason on.

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____________ 6. It means the act of proving or saying that

is
person or statement opposing your opinion
anything
about it. What will you do first?
A. Brainstorm with my classmates.
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false. B. Browse on Facebook and read the posts of known
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____________ 7. It shall contain a restatement of your main people.
argument and a plan of action if possible. C. Research on the issue and try to read as many articles
____________ 8. It means a subject that people are talking representing both sides of the issue.
about. D. Write whatever I think it is based on the title of the bill
____________ 9. It refers to the opinion you make on a since
relevant the activity is asking for own opinion about the issue.
topic.
____________ 10. It means an idea that a lot of people think is 4-10. To successfully convince the audience about your stand
on an issue, what should you do? Arrange the
true but is in fact false. statements
in a correct order. Use the letters a-g.
______ Research about the topic
______ Weigh both sides of the issue, then make a
stand
______ Express claims clearly
______ Make a logical explanation
______ Back explanation by evidence.
______Think of refutation to possible opposing
arguments
______ Write a conclusion which restates thesis
statement
Hasty Generalization Slippery Slope Fallacy Bandwagon
Ad Hominem Straw Man False
Dilemma WRITING A POSITION PAPER

___________1. We either suspend opening of classes or the TRUE OR FALSE

students will get infected by COVID 19.
___________ 2. If we approve anti- terror bill, we will no longer ______________1. It is a good practice to consider all possible
be allowed to exercise our freedom of views on the issue at hand.
expression. We can no longer question the ______________2. The issue is a crucial component of a
government. position paper.
___________ 3. PUP is the cradle of NPA. PUPians are rebels

of the country. ______________3. Choose an issue that is debatable, current

___________ 4. Other countries are conducting rallies in the and relevant.
streets now. It is time for us to do the same ______________4. Audience analysis is also important to
and fight for our rights. consider in order to write a more
___________ 5. What does she know about farming? That persuasive position paper.
senator’s business is turning farmlands into ______________5. In writing a position paper, the writer’s
residential area. credentials is an important factor to
establish credibility.
1. Recently, the public is in uproar with the incident of a Black ______________6. Any opinions can be used to support an
American who was killed during an arrest. Netizens
condemn argument.
the act. How would you respond to the issue? ______________7. Providing a background of the issue is not
A. Share the video of the arrest in social media. necessary in writing the introduction.
B. Never mind. I am not related to the victim. ______________8. The main goal of a position paper is to
C. Research and read about the issue before making an inform the readers.
action. ______________9. A position paper is also called a point of
D. Join rallies on racial discrimination. view paper.
______________10. The conclusion of a position paper must
2. Another controversial issue nowadays is the Anti-Terrorism end with a strong call for action.
Bill. Many people even celebrities already expressed their
disagreement about it. As a responsible citizen, what will
you 1. What type of academic writing that presents the writer’s
do? stand
A. I’ll just let it be. My opinion does not matter. or viewpoint on a particular issue by outlining arguments and
B. Tell my friends about it.
C. Read the draft of the bill and decide on my opinion. proposing the course of action?
D. Share the thoughts of my favorite actress. a. Concept Paper c. Critique Paper
b. Position Paper d. Research Paper
3. Your teacher asked your class to do a debate about Anti-
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2. It is a document or letter publicly declaring the position or
program, a set of ideas, opinions, or views and can also lay
out a plan of action and is often political in nature.
d. Maximize position paper unto 10 pages or more.

13. Which is not true about the position paper?

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a. Research Paper c. Abstract a. It explains the issue objectively.
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b. Book Review d. Manifesto the issue.
c. It uses active voice to achieve dynamic tone and voice.
3. In which part of a manifesto or a position paper the writer d. It aligns arguments to audience belief, needs and
expresses his/her stand about an issue which is strongly interest.
supported by evidence?
a. Introduction c. Body 14. Which statement identifies the main objective in writing a
b. Conclusion d. Reference position paper?
a. To take part into an argument
4. In which part of a manifesto or a position paper the writer’s b. To revive an old and unresolved issue
vision about the issue are stated ending with a powerful call c. To propose a course of action
d. To conduct a research
for action?
a. Introduction c. Body 15. A position paper needs a conclusion at the end. The
b. Conclusion d. Reference following are suggestions on how to end a conclusion,
except ________________.
5. It represents the writer’s thoughts and opinions about an a. a quotation c. a question
issue. b. a challenge d. a thesis statement
a. argument c. reason
b. stand/claim d. counterclaim
RESEARCH REPORT: KINDS AND STRUCTURE
6. Which of the following can be used as supporting evidence?
a. factual knowledge c. personal opinion 1. Which of the following describes an abstract?
b. hearsays d. suggestion a. short
b. shows previous study
7. In which part of the position paper the writer provides a c. indicates valid arguments
thesis d. states the research question
statement?
a. reference c. introduction 2. Which best describes a literature review?
b. body d. conclusion a. the main focus of the study
b. explain thoroughly the results of one’s study
8. It is a kind of supporting evidence supported with personal c. not the primary important content of a paper
experience related to a knowledgeable party. d. comprehensively explain the hypotheses and theories
a. factual knowledge c. informed opinion
b. statistical inferences d. personal testimony 3. Which of the following should NOT be included in the
methodology?
a. the source of data analyzed
b. an explanation of the graphs and tables
c. an interpretation of the findings of the study
d. the operational concepts used in the analysis

9. The following statements support writing a position paper,

except ___________. 4. Which section of a research report provides the details of
a. Position paper presents an arguable opinion about an the
issue. findings obtained from a study?
b. The writer’s goal is to convince the audience of his valid a. Discussion
b. Methodology
opinion/stand. c. Results
c. The writer supports opinion with valid evidence. d. References
d. The writer’s opinion is personal and unquestionable.
5. Which section presents the steps undertaken to complete
10. The following are parts of the introduction of a position the
paper, except __________. study?
a. background of the issue c. introduction of the issue a. Abstract
b. thesis statement d. acknowledgement b. Conclusion
c. Introduction
11. Which of the following is a part of a conclusion? d. Methodology
a. supporting evidence c. thesis statement
b. plan of action d. counter argument 6. Which section contains the purpose and current state of the
field of discipline?
12. The following are important reminders in writing a position a. Abstract
paper, except ________. b. Introduction
a. Cite valid and reliable source. c. Methodology
b. Choose an issue that is debatable. d. Literature Review
c. Conduct an in-depth research on the issue.

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7. Which section includes the recommendations on how other
researchers could improve the research?
a. Conclusion
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c. References
d. Results and Discussion

8. What should be provided in the methodology?

a. results of the study
b. conclusion of the study
c. anchored theories and hypotheses
d. ways to answer the research question

9. Which shows the importance of the results and discussion

section?
a. encapsulate literature review
b. answer the research question
c. explanation of the methods used
d. elaborate interpretation of the findings of the study

10. Where is the paper’s overall conclusion seen first in a

research report?
a. Abstract
b. Conclusion
c. Introduction
d. Theoretical Lens

11. Which section guides the flow of a research questions or

objectives?
a. Abstract
b. Results
c. Discussion
d. Methodology

12. Where are tables and graphs of the gathered data

presented?
a. Results
b. Conclusion
c. Methodology
d. Literature review

13. Which is NOT a characteristic of a research report?

a. presents factual results
b. presents informative title
c. presents compilation of ideas
d. presents the why’s of the results

14. What documentation style is used in social sciences?

a. APA
b. MLA
c. AMA
d. Chicago

15. Which is the correct order in writing a research report?

a. Abstract, Literature Review, Results and Discussion,
Conclusion, References
b. Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results
and Discussion, Conclusion, Abstract, References
c. Literature Review, Methodology, Results and
Discussion,
Conclusion, Introduction, Abstract, References
d. Methodology, Literature Review, Results and
Discussion,
Conclusion, Abstract, References

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