Lesson 8: Formulating Assertions and Counterclaims

Question 1

It is a statement that states one’s sound judgement about something through
writing which is supported by reasons and evidences.

Answer 1

evaluative statement

Question 2

It also presents the strengths
and weaknesses of something based on a set of criteria which needs to be factual,
substantial, and unbiased.

Answer 2

evaluative statement

Question 3

steps to form evaluative statements

Answer 3

1. begin with the positives, then negatives
2. suggest a solution/suggestion
3. keep feedback concise and precise
4. be careful in giving your feedback

Question 4

declarative sentences that give one’s belief about something
else as if it is true though it may not be.

Answer 4

assertions

Question 5

expressed as an argument.

Answer 5

assertions

Question 6

useful, significant, important, insightful, detailed, up-to-date, comprehensive, practical, impressive, etc. are words that expresses evaluation in

Answer 6

assertions

Question 7

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

Answer 7

fact

Question 8

a way in which something is done similar to traditions and
norms. Its truthfulness can be verified only by reference to historical
precedents, laws, rules, usage, and customs

Answer 8

convention

Question 9

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

Answer 9

opinion

Question 10

states a personal choice in which the writer is under no
obligation to support or prove the truthfulness of the statement. They are
subjective and cannot be objectively proven or logically attacked.

Answer 10

preference

Question 11

According to experts, seawater contains high amounts of minerals such as
sodium, chloride, sulphate, magnesium, and calcium.

Answer 11

fact

Question 12

Seawater is classified as a heterogenous and homogenous mixture.

Answer 12

convention

based on the classification system made by scientists and

is acceptable to the scientific community

Question 13

Swimming in seawater is the best activity to refresh and relax your mind,
body, and soul.

Answer 13

opinion

Question 14

I love to make frequent trips to places with seawater than those without it.

Answer 14

preference

Question 15

I would rather watch educational shows than play computer games.

Answer 15

preference

Question 16

Roses grow best in soil made of ¾ clay and ¼ sand and loam.

Answer 16

fact

Question 17

In America, the bride’s family pays the majority of the wedding costs.

Answer 17

convention

Question 18

Chocolates taste better than ice cream.

Answer 18

preference

Question 19

Lions belong to the genus Panthera which contains well-known animals such
as the tiger, leopard, and jaguar.

Answer 19

convention

Question 20

I think that green is the best color.

Answer 20

opinion

Question 21

I prefer to go to Maldives than to St. Gallen.

Answer 21

preference

Question 22

Corazon Aquino was the 11th president (and first female president) of the
Philippines. She restored democracy after the long dictatorship of Ferdinand
Marcos.

Answer 22

fact

Question 23

The export of cut rose can easily become one of the most lucrative businesses
in the country.

Answer 23

opinion

Question 24

President Rodrigo Duterte signed the Bayanihan to Heal as One Act on March
24, 2020.

Answer 24

fact

Question 25

claims made to rebut a previous claim

Answer 25

counterclaims

Question 26

To ______ means to contradict someone’s statement through a formal argument.

Answer 26

rebut

Question 27

to rebut means to

Answer 27

contradict someone’s statement through a formal argument

Question 28

counterclaims provide a _______ to the main argument

Answer 28

contrasting perspective

Question 29

four elements of an argument

Answer 29

claim, counterclaim, reason, and evidence

Question 30

a statement that asserts facts based on one’s understanding about
a particular topic or issue.

Answer 30

claim

Question 31

just the opposite of claim. It is a statement that
contradicts one’s claim and is usually proven and supported by both reasons
and evidences.

Answer 31

counterclaim

Question 32

the part of an argument where a statement offers an explanation
behind a party’s claim.

Answer 32

reason

Question 33

the statement that proves the truth of a claim and generally
leads to the conclusion of an argument.

Answer 33

evidence