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METHODS OF PHILOSOPHIZING
Learning Activity Sheet in Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person
(Q1 – LAS 3)

I. INTRODUCTION
“The truth will set you free”. This passage simply tells us that our search for the truth leads to
freedom. Philosophy is primarily concerned with getting at the truth about things. Studying Philosophy
will enable us to look for the truth about life, love, relationships, and everything.

This learning activity sheet primarily deals with the distinction between opinion and truth. You,
as a young adult, will search for the truth in your day to day activities. Your struggle in the pursuit of
truth lies in your study of Philosophy. Can I really arrive to truth about things? So, enjoy your journey in
finding the truth and enjoying philosophizing.

II. LEARNING COMPETENCIES WITH CODE

At the end of this learning activity sheet, you should be able to:
 Distinguish opinion from truth (PPT11/12-Ic-2.1);
 Realize that the methods of philosophy lead to wisdom and truth (PPT11/12-Id); and
 Evaluate truth from opinions in different situations using the methods of philosophizing
(PPT11/12-Ic-2.1)

III. ACTIVITIES
Please read and answer the Learning Activities provided in this worksheet. Happy Learning!

ACTIVITY 1. Truth or Opinion

Task 1.1
Direction: Read and analyze the following statements. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
Which is an OPINION?

___________1. King John of England signed the Magna Carta in 1215.

___________2. Christmas is the best holiday of the year.
___________3. My favorite type of music is jazz.
___________4. The sun is the center of the solar system.
___________5. The universe was created by God.
___________6. Asia is the largest continent in the world.
___________7. Mas has the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
___________8. Chocolate cake tastes good.
___________9. The movie was boring.
___________10. Fruits have vitamins and mineral.

Task 1.2
Take a look at the photo on the next page. Below the photo are two statements. Based on your
observation, which statement is TRUE, the first or the second one? Why?

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 1. Indian mango is best eaten with Spicy Bagoong. Chili is one trademark for Bicolanos.
2. It seems not so spicy because it only has a few chilis.

Process Questions:

1. Have you easily identified which of the statements are true? Why?
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2. Which of the statements do you believe is true with others but not true for you? Why?
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3. How would you feel if you found out that there are statements that are true with others but
not true for you? Explain your answer.
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Activity 2. Supply Me
Direction: Write three (3) examples for every theory of truth.

THEORIES OF TRUTH
Correspondence Theory Coherence Theory Pragmatic Theory
1. 1. 1.
2. 2. 2.
3. 3. 3.

Rubric for Supply Me

CATEGORY 5 3 1
Content 3 correct examples are 2 correct examples are 1 correct example is
given per category given per category given per category
Readability of Text All texts are readable Some texts are Most of the texts are
and legibly written readable and not not readable and not
legibly written legibly written
Spelling Grammar No errors in grammar 2-3 errors in grammar More than 5 errors in
and spelling and spelling grammar and spelling

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Activity 3. Application
Direction: Read each item carefully then identify if the statement expresses truth or opinion. Write the
word/s that make/s the statement an OPINION.

1. The Department of Education implemented the blended learning in order to safeguard the
welfare of the students and the teachers.

The statement is truth because _______________________________________.

The statement is an opinion because___________________________________.

2. I think one of the struggles of the parents in blended learning is the cost of internet.

The statement is truth because _______________________________________.

The statement is an opinion because __________________________________.

3. Ibalong Festival is the most festive and extravagant cultural event among the Bicolanos.

The statement is truth because _______________________________________.

The statement is an opinion because __________________________________.

4. Almost all of the industries are suffering from economic loss due to COVID 19 pandemic.

The statement is truth because _______________________________________.

The statement is an opinion because __________________________________.

5. The earth rested from pollution for more than two months. This is one good thing that
happened during this pandemic.

The statement is truth because _______________________________________.

The statement is an opinion because __________________________________.

Activity 4. Oops, Something’s Fishy

Direction: Explain why the following statements are fallacious and biased by completing the sentence.

Fallacies
1. “Of course, he believes that the political system is flawed; he is a terrorist!
This is a fallacy because __________________________________
2. “We will have no other option but to go to war If the agreed-upon concessions are not met.”
This is a fallacy because __________________________________
3. “Every man your age has already settled down, you should marry now!”
This is a fallacy because _________________________________

Biases
1. “All these activists are linked to progressive groups.”
This is biased because __________________________________
2. “How can I accept atheistic views? I am a devout Catholic!”
This is biased because __________________________________
3. “I do not believe in home for the aged as a safe living environment for seniors. We Filipinos value
close family ties.”
This is biased because __________________________________