The document provides guidance on crafting a statement of position within an expository essay, emphasizing the need for a clear and arguable position supported by evidence. It outlines structural components of exposition, including the introduction, body, and conclusion, and offers tips for effective writing, such as using high modality language and acknowledging opposing views. Additionally, it discusses the importance of audience engagement and logical argument development.

1. Choose It!

2. What do you call the words can,
could, will, would, shall, should, etc.?
a. modals
b. connectives
c. conjunctions
d. prepositions

3. What do you call the words can,
could, will, would, shall, should, etc.?
a. modals
b. connectives
c. conjunctions
d. prepositions

4. Which is NOT a structure of an
exposition?
a. introduction
b. counterclaim
c. body
d. conclusion

5. Which is NOT a structure of an
exposition?
a. introduction
b. counterclaim
c. body
d. conclusion

6. a. modal verb
b. thinking
c. action
d. linking
What do you call the underlined verb?
I strongly believe that reading…

7. a. modal verb
b. thinking
c. action
d. linking
What do you call the underlined verb?
I strongly believe that reading…

8. In which part of the exposition can the position
of the writer be found?
a. Introduction
b. Body
c. Conclusion

9. In which part of the exposition can the position
of the writer be found?
a. Introduction
b. Body
c. Conclusion

10. Quarter 2– Module 1:
Identifying Key
Structural Elements
of Exposition –
Statement of
Position

11. The main difference between them is that an expository
essay explains about something while a persuasive essay
argues about something.

13. Three Main Parts of Exposition
Statement of position – need to start with a clear and forceful statement of
position.This is supported by some background information about the issue.You need to
write a strong opening sentence that provokes your reader's interest or captures your
reader's attention, and an overview of your thesis (or argument) on the topic and the
points you will make.
Arguments - need to be logically developed and supported, and justified with
reasons, examples, expert evidence and statistical information, and always begin each
paragraph with a key statement or general statement.
Reinforcement of the statement of position - this is where the argument is
emphasized. The summing up of the position in the light of the argument that has been
presented reinforces the statement of position and you could make a statement about what
you see as a solution to the problem or what might happen if the situation is not resolved.

14. Statement of position
State an arguable statement

15. Statement of position
❌ Pollution is bad for the
environment.
✅ 10% of the national budget
should be sanctioned to
fight pollution.

16. Statement of position
STEP 1: State your topic
STEP 2: PICK a side
STEP 3: Provide evidence

17. Statement of position
TOPIC: School uniforms
ARGUABLE
VIEWPOINTS:
For/against school uniforms For/against
a stricter dress code Against any dress
code

18. Statement of position
Viewpoint: For school uniforms
Supporting
Reasons:
1. Ensure equality
2. Save money
3. Help schools identify visitors
A uniform policy will ensure true equality
in schools, save families money, and help
schools identify visitors easily.

19. Statement of position
Viewpoint: Against school uniforms
Supporting
Reasons:
1. Eliminate free expression
2. Cause teachers to waste time
3. Are too expensive to buy and
maintain
Uniforms would cause more problems in a
school than they would solve. They
eliminate free expression, cause teachers to
waste time, and are too expensive.

21. A statement of position requires the following:
1. High modality words – is the selection of words used to
express how certain we are about something.

22. A statement of position requires the following:
2. Language of opinion – is used to organize your thoughts
to give your audience an easy way to understand what
you are saying.

23. A statement of position requires the following:
1. TheTopic –is something that you can explain. It is near and dear to your
heart. It should be center around a personal belief that is supported by
evidence.
2. The Author’s Purpose - is his reason for or intent in writing, may be
to amuse the reader, to persuade the reader, to inform, or to satirize a
condition.

24. A statement of position requires the following:
3 Qualities –
 It should be factual evidence to support argument.
 List arguments in an organized manner to defend the stand
 Assess conflicting opinions or opposing views on the issue
 Take a firm stand on the issue
 Contain a clear proposition or statement that must be defended
 Constantly proofread for mistakes

25. The following are pieces of advice in formulating a statement of
position in an exposition.
 Introduce your topic with some basic background information.
 Introduce possible objections to your position.
 Support and acknowledge the opposing points.
 Use simple language.
 Make sure each paragraph starts with a topic sentence.
 Summarize your argument and restate your position.
 Cite your sources.
 Explain that your position is still the best one, despite the strength of
counter- arguments.

27. Statement of
position
Background of
information
Argument 1
Argument 2
Reinforcement of
statement position
Greenpeace
When are human beings going to accept responsibility for the environment and for
the survival of animal species?
It saddens me to think that in our short time on this planet we have destroyed thousands of
animal species, punctured a hole in the ozone layer, destroyed vast areas of irreplaceable rainforests
and polluted land and water, to name just a few of our crimes.
The continual destruction of animal habitats to make way for spreading urban populations
or increased farming lands for growing food concerns me greatly. People are encroaching on
animals’ territory and soon animals will no longer have the space they need. People must work
now to protect animal habitats.
People are polluting the earth to such an extent that many waterways are not fit for
swimming. Non-recyclable rubbish is growing at an incredible rate. People dump toxic waste at
the sea or bury in the desert. Pumping sewage into our oceans causes the death of fish as well
as animals further up the food chain such as whales. Rubbish such as plastic kills innocent
creatures such as seals, birds, and turtles.
I urge all people to take responsibility for this earth we share with other creatures and which we
hold in trust for the next generation. Definitely, we can do it if we will work together.

28. Performance Task 1:
Directions:
Read the text below Write your five- sentence statement of position on the said topic in a yellow pad.
Is the internet bad for young people?
It is now easier than ever to access the internet, whether you are using a computer, phone or tablet.There is no
doubt that many young people are spending more time online, with both positive and negative consequences.
One advantage of internet is that young people can do research for their schoolwork, and homework.This often
helps teenagers to widen their knowledge and improve their grades.Another positive aspect of internet is that people can
practice foreign languages by chatting to friends in other countries.This is also a good way of keeping touch with family
around the world.
On the other hand, there are also negative consequences. Some young people become addicted to online gaming
and this can mean that they waste too much time playing games.This can have a negative effect on their schoolwork, the
amount of exercise they get and their social lives. In addition, excessive internet use can mean that some young people
hardly talk to their families because they are always on the computer.
To sum up, spending time on the internet can have a negative impact on young people, but it has many
advantages. Personally, I think the internet is an incredible tool and the benefits of internet access outweigh the dangers.
However, we should be careful not to use the internet excessively.

29. ACTIVITIES!!!

30. Independent Activity
Directions: These are the pieces of advice in writing an exposition. Tell whether
the statement is correct or not. Write A if the statement is correct and B if
otherwise. Answer this activity in your Answer Sheets.
_____1. Use simple language.
_____2. State your opinion with authority.
_____3. Constantly proofread for mistakes.
_____4. Just focus on logical arguments.
_____5. Sometimes write with confidence.
_____6. State your points and back them up with evidence.
_____7. Make sure each paragraph starts with a topic sentence.
_____8. Presents factual evidence or proofs to support argument.
_____9. Contain a clear proposition or statement that must be defended.
_____10. Use facts, opinions and other evidence to convince your reader
that your position is the best one.

31. Independent Assessment
Directions: From the pool of words below, choose the appropriate answer to the following descriptions. Write your answer in your Answer
Sheets.
Topic
Body
Exposition
Language of Opinion
High Modality Word
Introduction
Qualities
1. It informs the reader of your point of view.
2. It is a part of an exposition that should be near and dear to your heart.
3. The most important part which must be explained well.
4. It gives the elaboration of the references, documents, and source data.
5. It is the selection of words used to express how certain we are about something.
6. It is a part of an exposition which has a factual evidence to support an argument.
7. The first paragraph that starts with a topic sentence and summarizes the given issue.
8. This is an introductory statement of position that presents an opinion and makes a claim of an issue
9. This part persuades the reader to agree with the author and stand supported by arguments and
evidences.
10.This is used to organize thoughts in order to give the audience an easy way to understand what we say.