Supporting An Opinion

Question 0

List some types of sources.

Answer 0

Print, non-print (radio program), humans

Question 1

Sources

Answer 1

Sources are numbers of different types and formats of sources that can be used to research a topic and support an opinion.

Question 2

List some formats of sources.

Answer 2

Bibliographies, encyclopedias, record books, almanacs, anyhologies, atlases, textbooks, biographies, tv programs, periodicals, databases, internet, magazines, art prints etc.

Question 3

List some places to go for sources.

Answer 3

Library, art galleries, museums, universities, businesses, historical sites etc.

Question 4

Who are some people/humans to contact for sources?

Answer 4

You can contact researchers, senior citizens, professionals, or government officials.

Question 5

How is the credibility of a source determined?

Answer 5

The credibility of a source is determined by the authors position, qualifications, and relationship to the topic.

Question 6

State some other points about credibility of sources.

Answer 6

The selection of sources that someone uses must be very specific to ensure the credibility of one’s support. If the source is not credible, ones argument will not be persuasive to the audience.

Question 7

How should the credibility of a source be evaluated?

Answer 7

The credibility if a source should be evaluated according to: currency, expertise, reliability, objectivity, and balance.

Question 8

Currency

Answer 8

Tells you how old the source is and if the information is up to date.

Question 9

Expertise

Answer 9

Tells you if the author has the credentials, position, or background that enables him/her to discuss the topic with some authority.

Question 10

Reliability

Answer 10

Is the source is reliable and likely to print accurate information. Is there a specific target audience or is it intended for the general public?

Question 11

Objectivity

Answer 11

Is there any reason to question the authors motive in supporting his/her opinion? Does the author use biased language and or stereotypes?

Question 12

Balance

Answer 12

Is there a balance in the variety of different types of supports used? Does the author’s support appear balanced? Are there both facts and opinions offered as support?

Question 13

Fact

Answer 13

A true statement that cannot be refuted. They are useful in supporting an argument because they offer specific details.

Question 14

Give an example of a fact.

Answer 14

The earth is the third planet from the sun.