Reading and Writing

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    • Assertions - are declarative sentences that claim something is true about something. It is a sentence that either true or false
    • Enumerate the Four Common types of Assertions
      • Fact
      • Convention
      • Opinion
      • Preference
    • Fact - This is the statement that can be proven objectively by direct experience, testimonies of witnesses, verified observations or the results of the research.
    • Convention - It is a way in which something is done, similar to traditions and norms. This depends on historical precedent, laws, rules, usage, and customs.
    • Opinion - This is based on facts but is difficult to objectively verify because of the uncertainty of producing satisfactory proofs of soundness.
    • Preference - It is based on personal choice; therefore they are subjective and cannot be objectively proven or logically attached.
    • Interference - Is a skill wherein a reader reads "between the lines" to gather valuable information and evidences.
    • Formulating Counterclaims
      1. Write your counterclaim. You need to write a sentence that contradicts the claim.
    • Formulating Counterclaims
      3. Support your counterclaim with credible pieces of information. With this, one must cite the source and at the very least stipulate/ include three reasons or pieces of evidences.
    • Points to Remember
      • Make the counterclaim real.
      • Never right counterclaim that you cannot support.
      • Make it clear that you do not agree with the claim.
      • Do not repeat your supporting evidences.
    • Textual Evidences - are specific parts of the text that validate their assertions and counterclaims.
    • Textual Evidences - are specific parts of the text that validate their assertions and counterclaims.
    • Formulating Counterclaims
      2. Explain your Counterclaim. The more real you make your opposition, the more right you will seem when you prove it.