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Opinion vs Assertion

• An opinion is a personal belief, feeling, or viewpoint about something.
• Opinions are subjective and can vary from person to person.
• Opinions are not necessarily backed by evidence and others may agree or disagree.
• Opinions are personal feelings or preferences.

How to Evaluate Opinions

• Questions of Fact: Ask if something is true or false, based on evidence. Examples: "Is climate change real?" "Did the company increase sales last year?"
• Questions of Value: Ask if something is good or bad, right or wrong, or important, based on beliefs or ethics. Examples: "Is it better to live in the city or countryside?" "Is it morally right to use animals for scientific experiments?"
• Questions of Policy: Ask what actions should be taken to solve a problem or improve a situation, proposing solutions or changes; opinions on what should be done in the future. Examples: "Should the government implement stricter environmental regulations?" "What should schools do to improve student mental health?"

Assertion

• An assertion is a statement presented as a fact, whether true or false.

• Assertions are often forceful and made with confidence.

• Assertions typically require evidence to be convincing.

• Example Assertions:

  • "Basketball is the most popular sport in the world."
  • "Reading increases vocabulary more than watching movies."

Types of Assertions

• Basic Assertion: A straightforward and clear statement of fact, belief, or opinion, without emotional intensity or demand.
  • Example: "I need some help with this task."
• Emphatic Assertion: Expressing feelings or needs strongly and with more emotion, while maintaining respect.
  • Example: "I know you're busy, but I really need this done by the end of the day."
• I-Language Assertion: Focuses on how a situation affects your personal feelings. Avoiding blaming others and replacing accusatory statements with "I" statements that express your feelings.
  • Example: "I feel frustrated when you interrupt me because it makes me lose my train of thought."