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What is the primary purpose of a position paper?
What is the primary purpose of a position paper?
Why is it important to address all sides of an issue in a position paper?
Why is it important to address all sides of an issue in a position paper?
Which element is crucial for convincing readers in a position paper?
Which element is crucial for convincing readers in a position paper?
What role does reasoning play in a position paper?
What role does reasoning play in a position paper?
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What is the significance of using evidence in a position paper?
What is the significance of using evidence in a position paper?
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How can the structure of a position paper impact its effectiveness?
How can the structure of a position paper impact its effectiveness?
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Which of the following should NOT be included when crafting a position paper?
Which of the following should NOT be included when crafting a position paper?
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Which term describes the main statement that outlines the stance taken in a position paper?
Which term describes the main statement that outlines the stance taken in a position paper?
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What is the primary goal when writing an argument?
What is the primary goal when writing an argument?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy when introducing your topic?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy when introducing your topic?
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Why is it important to understand the audience's background when constructing an argument?
Why is it important to understand the audience's background when constructing an argument?
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What type of evidence should predominantly support your argument?
What type of evidence should predominantly support your argument?
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In the body of your argument, what is crucial to establish with your readers?
In the body of your argument, what is crucial to establish with your readers?
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What should you aim for when deciding on supporting details in your argument?
What should you aim for when deciding on supporting details in your argument?
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Which question is NOT recommended for discovering common ground with the audience?
Which question is NOT recommended for discovering common ground with the audience?
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Which of the following approaches should be avoided in a well-structured argument?
Which of the following approaches should be avoided in a well-structured argument?
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What is the primary objective of the module on Defending a Stand?
What is the primary objective of the module on Defending a Stand?
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Which of the following is NOT a reminder for using the module effectively?
Which of the following is NOT a reminder for using the module effectively?
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What is one of the expected outcomes after completing the module?
What is one of the expected outcomes after completing the module?
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How should students respond if they do not understand something in the module?
How should students respond if they do not understand something in the module?
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What does the module emphasize regarding the organization of arguments?
What does the module emphasize regarding the organization of arguments?
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Which lesson is specifically focused on defending a stand?
Which lesson is specifically focused on defending a stand?
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What should learners do before moving on to other activities in the module?
What should learners do before moving on to other activities in the module?
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Which of the following best describes the language used in the module?
Which of the following best describes the language used in the module?
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Which transitional expression indicates a cause and effect relationship?
Which transitional expression indicates a cause and effect relationship?
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What transitional device would most effectively introduce an example?
What transitional device would most effectively introduce an example?
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Which of the following expressions suggests exception or contrast?
Which of the following expressions suggests exception or contrast?
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Which transitional expression would best indicate the sequence of events?
Which transitional expression would best indicate the sequence of events?
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When concluding an argument, which transitional phrase would be most appropriate?
When concluding an argument, which transitional phrase would be most appropriate?
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Which phrase could best be used to emphasize a point in an argument?
Which phrase could best be used to emphasize a point in an argument?
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What transitional term would indicate an additional point being made?
What transitional term would indicate an additional point being made?
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Which transitional expression is best used to show similarity between two ideas?
Which transitional expression is best used to show similarity between two ideas?
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What main issue does the argument highlight regarding homework?
What main issue does the argument highlight regarding homework?
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How do parents typically respond when children face homework difficulties?
How do parents typically respond when children face homework difficulties?
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What is one consequence of knowing there is homework after school?
What is one consequence of knowing there is homework after school?
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What alternative is suggested for handling homework?
What alternative is suggested for handling homework?
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In what way might homework impact a child's approach to learning?
In what way might homework impact a child's approach to learning?
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What is presented as a potential benefit of reducing homework?
What is presented as a potential benefit of reducing homework?
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How does the argument perceive the role of homework in family dynamics?
How does the argument perceive the role of homework in family dynamics?
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What conclusion does the writer ultimately suggest regarding homework?
What conclusion does the writer ultimately suggest regarding homework?
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What should be ensured about the issue when writing a position paper?
What should be ensured about the issue when writing a position paper?
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Which step is crucial to begin the writing process of a position paper?
Which step is crucial to begin the writing process of a position paper?
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What should be identified when reviewing arguments in a position paper?
What should be identified when reviewing arguments in a position paper?
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Which of the following best supports the credibility of arguments in a position paper?
Which of the following best supports the credibility of arguments in a position paper?
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What is essential to do with counterarguments in a position paper?
What is essential to do with counterarguments in a position paper?
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What should be checked for in arguments to enhance the position paper?
What should be checked for in arguments to enhance the position paper?
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How should a position paper's concluding paragraph be structured?
How should a position paper's concluding paragraph be structured?
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What practice is considered poor when building arguments in a position paper?
What practice is considered poor when building arguments in a position paper?
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Study Notes
English for Academic and Professional Purposes
- This is a Grade 11 curriculum module for the second quarter, focusing on defending a stand.
- The module is part of the Department of Education (DepED) in the Davao City Division, Region XI.
- Republic Act 8293 governs copyright on materials. Government works can be used for profit with prior approval from the agency.
- The module's development team includes writers, editors, reviewers, illustrators, and layout artists.
- The module provides alternative delivery modes (ADM) by arranging activities in a sequence, enabling learners to take charge of their understanding.
- The module offers instructions and reminders to ensure effective use of the materials.
- Learners are expected to understand the topic "Defending a Stand" well by the end of the module.
- The module's objectives include effectively defending a stand in a position paper, organizing arguments logically, analyzing arguments from other writers, substantiating arguments with factual evidence, and citing factual evidence appropriately.
- The module includes different types of learning activities.
- A pretest covers concepts like argumentation, position papers, claims, and evidence.
- A let us learn activity explains the module's scope, lesson, sequences.
- Activities 1, 2, and 3 are word puzzles, identifying issues, and identifying arguments, respectively.
- An activity 4 asks learners to evaluate a sample position paper and explain the writer’s purpose, style, and supporting details, plus evidence.
- Activity 5 is meant to improve a sample position paper by developing arguments and backing them with evidence.
- Activity 6 provides fill-in-the-blank exercises that summarize general guidelines for defending an argument in a position paper.
- Activity 7 assesses whether learners understand good practices in taking a stand: this activity involves checking practices as good or not good.
- Activity 8 is a post-test to check knowledge acquisition from the module.
- Activity 9 focuses on applying learning by choosing a position on an issue and arguing it.
- Activity 10 is on reflecting to what was learned.
General Guidelines for Defending a Stand- Position Paper
- Understand the issue's controversy and uncertainty. Determine two distinct positions and specify your own.
- Carefully present factual knowledge, statistical inference, informed opinions, and personal testimonies to support claims.
- Offer clear examples of logical relationships between arguments.
- Use transitional expressions to connect arguments.
- Ensure a strong, comprehensive logical flow of arguments.
Considerations for a Position Paper
- Know your readers well, their beliefs, and possible stances on the topic to effectively persuade them.
- Ensure the scope of the issue is suitable and manageable.
- Research credible sources and present valid arguments.
- Present a balanced perspective that considers opposing views.
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This quiz explores the Grade 11 curriculum module focused on defending a stand. It emphasizes skills such as organizing arguments logically and analyzing others' perspectives. By the end, students should be equipped to effectively write a position paper.