SAG Author's Opinion Flashcard

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What is an author's opinion?

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An author's opinion is a personal belief or judgment expressed in a text, often supported by reasons or evidence.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information or evidence that helps to explain, clarify, or reinforce an author's opinion or main idea.

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How can expert statements support an author's opinion?

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Expert statements provide credible evidence that can validate an author's opinion, making it more persuasive.

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What role do statistics play in supporting an author's opinion?

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Statistics provide quantitative evidence that can demonstrate trends or outcomes, strengthening the author's argument.

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What is the significance of personal anecdotes in supporting opinions?

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Personal anecdotes can make an author's opinion relatable and illustrate real-life implications of the opinion.

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How does the context of a statement affect its interpretation?

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The context provides background information that can influence how an opinion is understood and evaluated.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a subjective belief or judgment.

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Why is it important to identify an author's opinion in a text?

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Identifying an author's opinion helps readers understand the main argument and evaluate the effectiveness of the supporting details.

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What types of details can be used to support an opinion?

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Details can include expert opinions, statistics, personal anecdotes, examples, and logical reasoning.

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How can one evaluate the strength of an author's opinion?

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By assessing the quality and relevance of the supporting details and the credibility of the sources.