Opinion-marking

signals
Complete the sentence:
1. I believe _______________________________.
2. I suggest _______________________________.

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 An opinion is a view or judgment
formed about something, not
necessarily based on fact or knowledge.
There are markings or signals that you need to be familiar with. Take a
look at some examples of the signal words and phrases being used that
are used to introduce a statement of fact or opinion.
 Fact
• The annual report confirms……
• Scientists have recently discovered……
• According to the results of the tests……..
• The investigation demonstrated…………..

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 Opinion
•He claimed that……
•It is the officer’s view that……
•The report argues that……..
•Many scientists suspect that…….

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List of signal words in stating opinion:

My Opinion Signal Words Other People’s Opinion Signal Words

I think… She thinks…..
I feel…. He feels….
I believe….. My mom likes….
I don’t like….. He/She believes….
I don’t believe…… They don’t like…..
In my opinion….. In their opinion….
To me….. Many people believe…..
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 Study these examples:
1. Expressing Personal Opinion
I think that the library should be opened longer.
2. Expressing general opinion.
Many people say that he is a good leader.
3. Agreeing to an Opinion
I totally agree with your suggestion.
4. Disagreeing to an Opinion
I don’t agree that ECQ must be lifted tomorrow.

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Identify the opinion-marking signals used in the sentences.

1. Many believe that Corona virus is not heat resistant.

2. Many scientists says that COVID-19 can stay on your
belongings for a few hours.
3. China claims that at present, they have zero COVID-19
cases.
4. People think that China has new reported cases.
5. He argues that there are more reported cases of COVID-19
in urban areas.
Write  if the statement is a fact and put  if it is an
opinion.

1. I think China is now the most powerful nation in the world.

2. I believe that everyone has his or her own duty to keep safe
during this pandemic.
3. In my opinion, this New Normal Era would be very tough
for everyone.
4. I feel that social media is just an escape from reality.
5. According to survey, the government is doing its best to
support the people.
 Transform the given facts into opinions.

Example: (They suggest) The medical team confirms

new vaccine for COVID-19.
Answer: The medical team suggests a new vaccine
for COVID-19.
 Transform the given facts into opinions.

1. WHO confirms that older people are more vulnerable to the virus.
(believes)
2. He found out from his study that there are asymptomatic persons or
those with the virus but do not manifest signs or symptoms. (argued)
3. They have found out that COVID-19 can stay long during cold days.
(thought)
4. I have confirmed that rations were all distributed to LGUs. (thought)
5. He discovered that the HIV vaccine could help a COVID patient
recover. (argued)
Write HEART if the statement is an opinion and write LIKE if it
is a fact. If your answer is HEART, write the opinion-marking
signal used in the sentence beside it.

Example: People believe that discipline

is important in helping our country fight
COVID-19.
Answer: HEART – People believe….
1. I think that the government is not doing its best to fight
COVID-19.
2. The DOH Secretary confirmed the total number of positive
cases yesterday.
3. I suggest that everybody should wear facemask when going
outside their homes.
4. Many believe that elder people are vulnerable to COVID-19.
5. According to survey, the government is doing its best to
support the people.
Complete the sentence:
1. I believe _______________________________.
2. I suggest _______________________________.

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I think that the government is not
doing its best to fight COVID-19.
I feel that social media is just an
escape from reality.
WHO confirms that older people are
more vulnerable to the virus.
He discovered that the HIV vaccine
could help a COVID patient recover.
They have found out that COVID-19
can stay long during cold days.
 He found out from his study that there are
asymptomatic persons or those with the virus
but do not manifest signs or symptoms.
 He thinks from his study that there are
asymptomatic persons or those with the virus
but do not manifest signs or symptoms.
I feel that social media is just an
escape from reality.
The survey confirms that he is a good
leader.
China claims that at present, they
have zero COVID-19 cases.
Identify if it is “My Opinion Signal
Words” or “Other People’s
Opinion Signal Words.”

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I think…..

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My sister believes…..

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Many students says……

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She likes……..

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They don’t like…..

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My teacher thought…..

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To me…..

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I don’t believe….

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I agree….

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He suggests….

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People thinks….

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Jead likes…..

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WHO confirms…..

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