English 10 - 2nd Quarter

________________ 1. It is a form of human communication by means of a set of

visible marks that are related, by convention, to some particular structural level of
language.
________________ 2. They are a type of writing that explains a certain issue or a
topic.
________________ 3. This type of writing is intended to persuade or convince the
readers to believe in or do something.

________________ 4. A type of writing in which the writer tries to convince his

audience that his opinion is valid.

________________ 5. A type of claim that is clearly stated and spelled out.

________________capable of being understood from something else though
unexpressed. Not directly
stated.
Claim - statement that asserts something to be true and can either be a fact. Asserts
some
empirical truth.
Characteristics of a Good claim - Interesting, engaging, logical
Empirical - Originating in or based on observation, experience
Claim of fact - Used to support through the use of factual evidence
Fact Ex: Children are common victims of bullying in social media. Concrete is the best
building material for residential structure. People use facebook and other platforms
to bully
someone.
Claim of value - claim that asserts a judgement to some sort. Based on preference.
Assent
to the reasons rather than comparison. Key word: good well. value, kind, useful,
desirable,
etc.
Value Ex: Washing hands is the best way to keep ourselves healthy. Drug abuse is not
an
option if you have problems. It is good to stay at home to avoid getting infected with
the
disease.
Claim of policy - It argues that certain conditions should exists. key word: should,
ought,
must.
Policy Ex: Children under the age of 12 should not be allowed to have social media
profiles
Schools should adopt reading enhancement program. Good manners and right
conduct
needs to be restored in the curriculum.