Final Examination: English for Academic Purposes

Which of the following is a feeling or judgment that cannot be proven as true based on objective evidence?

• Claims

• Fact

• Counterclaims

• Opinion

Which of the following is a piece of supporting evidence where the information is valid and verifiable?

• Factual Knowledge

• Statistical Inferences

• Informed Opinion

• Personal Testimonies

Which of the following are proofs to strengthen the author's claim?

• Claims

• Evidence

• Counterclaims

• Fallacy

What type of claim is the following statement? The health protocols in establishments should be strictly observed to prevent the further spread of the COVID-19 virus.

• Claim of fact

• Claim of policy

• Claim of value

• Claim of argument

Which of the following is NOT a part of a thesis statement?

• Claim

• Reason

• Conclusion

• Support

Which part of a position paper presents and explains pieces of evidence and examples as support?

• Body

• Introduction

• Conclusion

• Title

Which argument would be a good topic for a position paper?

• Experience is the best teacher

• The establishments will soon open to the public

• White paint is best used in covering home walls

• Organized community pantries should be supported

Which of the following is NOT a function of a position paper?

• To give a stand on an issue

• To generate support on an issue

• To persuade others to believe an idea

• To entertain readers about a different perspective

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• The thesis statement presents a big idea or concept.

• The introduction contains the specific idea or concept.

• The conclusion is a restatement of the thesis statement.

• The conclusion presents the argument in a position paper.

Which of the following is the first step in selecting a topic?

• Deciding a position

• Researching the topic

• Writing down a list of topics

• Thinking of views about the topic