Lesson 8: Formulating Assertions and Counterclaims Flashcards

1
Q

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

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evaluative statement

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

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evaluative statement

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3
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steps to form evaluative statements

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  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
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4
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declarative sentences that give one’s belief about something
else as if it is true though it may not be.

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assertions

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5
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expressed as an argument.

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assertions

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6
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useful, significant, important, insightful, detailed, up-to-date, comprehensive, practical, impressive, etc. are words that expresses evaluation in

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assertions

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7
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a statement that can be proven objectively by direct experience,
testimonies of witnesses, verified observations, or the results of research.

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fact

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8
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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

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convention

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9
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a statement based on facts but is difficult to objectively
verify because of the uncertainty of producing satisfactory proofs of soundness.

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opinion

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10
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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.

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preference

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11
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According to experts, seawater contains high amounts of minerals such as
sodium, chloride, sulphate, magnesium, and calcium.

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fact

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12
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Seawater is classified as a heterogenous and homogenous mixture.

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convention

based on the classification system made by scientists and

is acceptable to the scientific community

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13
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Swimming in seawater is the best activity to refresh and relax your mind,
body, and soul.

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opinion

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14
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I love to make frequent trips to places with seawater than those without it.

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preference

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15
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I would rather watch educational shows than play computer games.

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preference

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16
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Roses grow best in soil made of ¾ clay and ¼ sand and loam.

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fact

17
Q

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

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convention

18
Q

Chocolates taste better than ice cream.

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preference

19
Q

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

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convention

20
Q

I think that green is the best color.

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opinion

21
Q

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

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preference

22
Q

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

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fact

23
Q

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

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opinion

24
Q

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

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fact

25
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claims made to rebut a previous claim

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counterclaims

26
Q

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

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rebut

27
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to rebut means to

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contradict someone’s statement through a formal argument

28
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counterclaims provide a _______ to the main argument

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contrasting perspective

29
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four elements of an argument

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claim, counterclaim, reason, and evidence

30
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a statement that asserts facts based on one’s understanding about
a particular topic or issue.

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claim

31
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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.

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counterclaim

32
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the part of an argument where a statement offers an explanation
behind a party’s claim.

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reason

33
Q

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

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evidence