Evaluative statement

Question 1

It is for the writer to convey directly an idea or feeling and to convince the reader to accept the writer’s interpretation of a particular literary work.

Answer 1

Assertion

Question 2

It is a statement that can be proven objectively by direct experience, testimonies of witnesses, verified observations, or the results of research.

Answer 2

Fact

Question 3

It is a way in which something is done, similar to traditions and norms. It depends on historical standard or practice , laws, rules, usage, and customs.

Answer 3

Convention

Question 4

It is based on facts, but is difficult to objectively verify because of the uncertainty of producing satisfactory proofs.

Answer 4

Opinion

Question 5

It is based on personal choice; therefore, these are subjective and cannot be objectively proven or logically attacked..

Answer 5

Preference

Question 6

It is is a single statement, the topic of an argument, and is not a question. It is phrased against the status quo. The central argument or thesis statement of the text.

Answer 6

Claim

Question 7

It is a statement of something that has existed (past), exists (present) or will
exist (future)

Answer 7

Claim of Fact

Question 8

It asserts judgement whether it is good or bad, more or less desirable.

Answer 8

Claim of Value

Question 9

It is something that should or should not be done.

Answer 9

Claim of Policy