POSITION PAPER

What is a position paper?

• A document that presents an opinion or stance on a particular issue or topic
• A type of paper used for origami
• A paper that describes someone's job position
• A type of paper used for printing documents

Which of the following is a good argument?

• Unsupported by any evidence
• Logical, well-reasoned, and supported by evidence
• Based on personal opinion only
• Emotional and biased

Which of the following supports the argument that wearing of school uniform should be required?

• Encourages creativity and self-expression
• Promotes equality and reduces distractions
• Causes division among students
• Increases the cost for families

Define concept paper using formal definition

• A concept paper is a brief written document that outlines the key aspects of a research project or idea, including the purpose, methodology, and potential outcomes.
• A concept paper is a type of currency used in certain countries
• A concept paper is a type of art made from recycled materials
• A concept paper is a type of musical instrument

Which of the following supports the argument that community service should not be required to students?

• Promotes individualism over community values
• Limits students' freedom to choose their activities
• Interferes with academic and personal responsibilities
• Encourages selfishness and lack of empathy

How will you develop a strong argument?

• By making unsupported claims without evidence
• By using emotional appeals instead of logical reasoning
• By ignoring counterarguments and only focusing on one perspective
• By gathering evidence, considering counterarguments, and using logical reasoning.

What is a counter argument?

• A statement supporting an idea or theory developed in another argument
• A completely unrelated argument
• A neutral viewpoint on an argument
• An argument opposing an idea or theory developed in another argument

Which part of the position paper introduces the topic and short background of the issue?

• Conclusion
• Body
• Appendix
• Introduction

Which part of the position paper summarizes all the main arguments?

• Introduction
• Body
• Abstract
• Conclusion

What evidence best supports the proposition, Animal testing should be completely banned.

• The emotional impact on animal rights activists
• The cost of implementing alternative testing methods
• The popularity of animal testing among scientists
• Scientific research and advancements in alternative testing methods