LESSON 7

Question 1

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

Answer 1

FACT

Question 2

Statement that can be verified by reference to historical precedent, laws, rules, usage, and customs.

Answer 2

CONVENTION

Question 3

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

Answer 3

OPINION

Question 4

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

Answer 4

PREFERENCE

Question 5

It is a statement about something, and it can be factual or a judgment. It is the debatable point of the writer in the text such as details, explanations, and other types of evidence.

Answer 5

CLAIM

Question 6

It is a statement or can be assertion of something that has existed (past), existing (present) or will exist (future).

Answer 6

CLAIM OF FACT

Question 7

It is a judgement whether it is good or bad, more or less, and desirable or not. It is claiming whether something is good, or the other thing is better than the other one.

Answer 7

CLAIM OF VALUE

Question 8

It is something that should or should not be done. The key word is the verb “should”, which implies that some actions are ought to be taken, or it is a must or will be taken.

Answer 8

CLAIM OF POLICY