Formulate a Statement of Opinion or Assertion

Quarter 2- Module 3

Formulate a Statement of Opinion or Assertion

Beverly R. Sapungan

Teacher

Expectations

• define the meaning of opinion or assertion

• use language features that show opinion or assertion

• distinguish the different types of assertion

•  formulate your own opinion or assertion

Pre-Test

Let's find out how much you know about the content of this module. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space provided.

Multiple Choice

1. What is a statement used to make a declaration or to express strong belief on a certain topic?

• Fact

• Assertion

• Opinion

• Affirmation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an example of assertion?

• Who are intended readers?

• Begin with the most important task.

• Yellow elicits the feeling of comfort when eating.

• Lack of sleep has negative effects on your appearance.

Multiple Choice

The Philippines has an advanced civilization before the colonization of Spain. Form and branches of government, social structure and the existence of ancient writing are some of the evidence that prove the advancement of the precolonial period.

In what type of assertion does the statement inside the box belong?

• Basic Assertion

• Language Assertion

• Emphatic Assertion

• Escalating Assertion

Multiple Choice

What is the correct context of the sentence ‘Tagaytay is an enthralling city of the South.’?

• People go back to Tagaytay for its delicious food.

• The city is characterized by the warmth of its people, the Caviteño.

• Tagaytay has stunning landscape, hospitable people, and delicious foods.

• The city has a magnificent scenery that never fails to capture the awe of its visitors.

Multiple Choice

Which is a valid justification of the statement ‘ The patient’s journey to her new home was difficult and strenuous.’?

• The trail was too bright

• Branches blocked the trail

• The trail was just a narrow path

• The ground was hard and rough

Looking Back

Put a check mark (ü)

on the box beside the statement of your answer.

Multiple Select

1. Which of the following is a good example of a thesis statement?

• Adobo is a very delicious dish and is perfect with rice.

• Adobo is a dish famous for its distinct flavor and should be

  considered as a national Filipino dish.

Multiple Select

Which is an example of counterclaim?

• Therefore, the use of electricity should be minimized as much as

  possible.

• Even though we feel sweaty and uncomfortable with the

  weather, we should learn how to conserve this natural resource.

Multiple Select

1. What is the use of an argument of the expressions ‘Above all else, above all, most of all’?

• To show your final point

• To show your most important point

Multiple Select

Which is an example of conclusion?

• Additionally, junk foods are bad for you.

• That is why healthy foods should be eaten instead of junk foods!

Multiple Select

Which is a better supporting sentence for the topic sentence: ‘The provincial life far from Metro Manila is worth coming back to.’?

• Life in the rural area is simple, quiet and enjoyable.

• There are many provinces in the Philippines.

Have you ever faced problems at your age which you think impossible to overcome? Did you seek for somebody’s help? What do you think is a possible way to come up with a solution to life’s obstacles?

Look at the images above. Do you agree with them? Explain your reasons for agreeing or disagreeing with them

FYI

Sometimes, when we are faced with adversities, we come up with our personal take on an issue. We tend to think out of the box and slip into our own shoes in search for an answer or response to a conflict. This is what we call an OPINION or/and ASSERTION.

Watch,

Listen,

and

Learn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJbBMrqhpzo

Poll

I think that you should listen to your friend’s advice and just go with the flow.

• Opinion

• Assertion

Multiple Choice

It is unlawful for people under the age of 18 to consume alcohol.

• Opinion

• Assertion

Multiple Choice

Washing my hands before eating is my favorite task.

• opinion

• Assertion

Multiple Choice

I am convinced that the younger generation is the key to the future’s success.

• Opinion

• Assertion

Multiple Choice

Animals should be treated humanely whether as pets or not according to

Republic Act 8485.

• Opinion

• Assertion

Activities 1 and 2 will be posted in your edmodo classroom.