EAPP 4th Quarter: Position Papers

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What is the primary purpose of evidence in a position paper?

To introduce the topic

To support the counterclaim

To make the claim more credible and persuasive (correct)

To provide background information

Why is it important to address counterclaims in a position paper?

To introduce the topic

To provide background information

To weaken the opposing view

To strengthen the writer's credibility (correct)

What is an informed opinion based on?

Statistical inferences

Personal experience

Research and factual information (correct)

Counterclaims

What is the purpose of a refutation paragraph?

To acknowledge and refute the opposing views Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in building a position paper?

Explore the issue by researching Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a transition in a position paper?

To make paragraphs cohesive Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of ethnographic observation?

It provides a deeper understanding of behavior in a natural setting Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of ethnographic observation?

It is dependent on the researcher's observations and interpretations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of field notes in participant observation?

To capture data in a systematic and chronological manner Signup and view all the answers

According to Bernard (2006), how many types of field notes are proposed?

Four Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of jotting in field notes?

To break down observations into their most essential parts Signup and view all the answers

What is an inference in the context of field notes?

A conclusion or deduction based on observations or evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a position paper?

To generate support from the government for a particular cause Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of a position paper?

It focuses on the aspect of the issue that is worth arguing about Signup and view all the answers

Where is a thesis statement typically found in a position paper?

In the introduction of the essay Signup and view all the answers

What type of writing is a position paper an example of?

Argumentative writing Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of inductive reasoning in a position paper?

To critically examine facts and present evidence Signup and view all the answers

In which fields are position papers commonly published?

In academia, politics, law, medicine, and other domains Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a field report in the social sciences?

To describe and analyze observational data to identify common themes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a field report in the medical field?

Analyzing the prognosis of a cancer patient after first session of oral chemotherapy Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

Qualitative observations rely on the senses to record results Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of participant observation in field research?

To intensely interact with subjects and participate in their activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of a field report's content?

The researcher's interpretation of meaning found in the data Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of analyzing data in a field report?

To categorize common themes in relation to the research problem Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a strong claim?

It is made with full certainty Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following verb phrases is used to introduce a summary statement?

It demonstrates that Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using qualifying modifiers in a claim?

To soften or moderate the claim Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a soft verb used to qualify a claim?

may have contributed to Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following claims is an example of a generalization?

UST Senior High School students are too complacent Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of discussing implications, problems, exceptions, and recommendations in a claim?

To provide a more nuanced understanding of the claim Signup and view all the answers