The document is an instructional guide for an English class that focuses on formulating statements of opinion and assertion, detailing types of assertions, and guiding students through a pre-test structure. It includes definitions, examples, and classroom activities related to asserting opinions in writing, alongside a discussion of historical contexts in pre-colonial Philippines. It also contains reflection questions and assignment directions aimed at enhancing students' understanding of assertions through literature analysis.

1. to our
English Class
ECHAGUE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

2. Prayer

3. Classroom
Conditioning

5. Setting
House Rules

6. Directions: Write YES if the
statement is correct but if it’s
false, CHANGE the underlined
word or group of words to make
the statement correct.

7. ____ 1. There are
three main parts of
an exposition.

8. ____ 2. Statement of
position is where you
introduce the topic and
you make clear what
your stand is.

9. ____ 3. Argument is where
you make a number of
points. You don’t need to
give supporting reasons in
this section.

10. ____ 4. Reinforcement of the
statement of position is where
you sum up your argument.
You can make a statement
about what you see as a solution
to the problem.

11. ____ 5. An exposition
can be presented as
essay, editorial, or
story.

12. Motivation

13. PRE-TEST

14. PRE-TEST

15. PRE-TEST

16. PRE-TEST

17. PRE-TEST

18. PRE-TEST
Quarter 2 -Module 3:
Formulating a
Statement of
Opinion or Assertion

19. PRE-TEST
Learning Objectives:
a. Distinguish the statement of
opinion and assertion.
b. Formulate statement of
opinion and assertion.
c. Observe appropriate attitude in
stating opinion and assertion..

20. PRE-TEST
ASSERTION
FACT
CONVENTION
OPINION
PREFERENCE

21. Definition
of Assertion

22. PRE-TEST
Assertion
 is an artistic method involving a
strong declaration, a forceful or
confident and positive statement
regarding a belief or a fact. Often,
it is without proof or any
support.

23. PRE-TEST
The Purpose of Writing an Assertion
 It is for the writer to convey
directly an idea or feeling and
to convince the reader to
accept the writer’s
interpretation of a particular
literary work.

24. PRE-TEST
Before Writing
 Read or watch the literary
work.
 Take down the part he is for, or
he is opposed to.
 Collect evidence.

25. Common Types
of Assertion
(According to degree of certainty)

26. PRE-TEST
FACT
 This is a statement that can be
proven objectively by direct
experience, testimonies of
witnesses, verified observations,
or results of research.

27. PRE-TEST
FACT - Example
The sampaguita’s roots
are used for medicinal
purposes, such as an
anesthetic and a sedative.

28. PRE-TEST
CONVENTION
 It is a way in which something
is done, similar to traditions
and norms.
 It depends on historical, laws,
rules, usage, and customs.

29. PRE-TEST
CONVENTION- Example
The sampaguita
belongs to the genus
Jasminum of the family
Oleaceae.

30. PRE-TEST
OPINION
It is based on facts, but it is
difficult to objectively verify
because of the uncertainty of
producing satisfactory proofs
of soundness.

31. PRE-TEST
OPINION - Example
The popularity of
sampaguita flowers is
most evident in places
of worship.

32. PRE-TEST
PREFERENCE
It is based on personal
choice; therefore, they are
subjective and cannot be
objectively proven or logically
attacked.

33. PRE-TEST
PREFERENCE - Example
 Sampaguitas are the
most beautiful and
most fragrant of all
flowers.

34. FORMING
Assertion
Different types of assertion can be used in
formal and informal writing. This includes:

35. PRE-TEST
1. BASIC ASSERTION
 is a statement used to express the
writer’s feelings, beliefs, and
opinions directly. This type of
assertion is usually used in
writing formal papers like thesis
and dissertation.

36. PRE-TEST
2. EMPHATIC ASSERTION
 is a statement used to express
empathy or on how a person
understands the feelings and
emotions of the literary author.
This can be used on writing a
formal or informal paper.

37. PRE-TEST
3. I-LANGUAGE ASSERTION
 is a statement used to express
the feeling and preference of the
writer.
 it is called I-Language because
it focuses on the writer and is
using the pronoun ‘I’

38. PRE-TEST
3. I-LANGUAGE ASSERTION
Composed of three parts;
1. Accurate information from literary
work
2. Effect or feeling of the writer
3. Preference or recommnendation of
the writer.

39. PRE-TEST
DIRECTIONS: Read and
analyze the short text.
Then, use the short text
in formulating the
different types of
assertion.

40. PRE-TEST
Before the arrival of the Spaniards, the
culture and values of the Filipinos are still in
tacked. Pre-colonial Philippines has their
own form of government and social
structure. Every local community is
composed of small kingdom or tribe headed
by a chieftain called ‘rajah’ or ‘datu’.

41. PRE-TEST
Social structure also exists and is
composed of three classes namely – the
‘maharlika’ or freeman, ‘timawa’ or the
middle class and the ‘alipin’ or the slaves.
Judicial, legislative and executive systems,
also known as the branches of the
government, are also present during pre-
colonialism.

42. PRE-TEST
The datu formulates the law,
‘village elders’ help the ‘datu’ in
deciding and promulgating laws
and the ‘umalohokan’ or town
crier is the one who
disseminates new law or
ordinances.

43. PRE-TEST
Philippines is also known as
sea travellers with the use of their
‘balangay’ or Butuan boat. They
also had smooth foreign relation
because of the trading of minerals
and goods.

44. PRE-TEST
Literacy rate is also high because
of the existence of the baybayin
or the ancient writing method. All
of these advances were abolished
as the Spaniards fully colonized
the country.

45. PRE-TEST
GROUP
ACTIVITY

46. PRE-TEST
You are divided into four (4) groups. Each of these
groups is assigned a short text, and their responsibility
is to analyze or work on that text collaboratively.
Subsequently, each group presents their findings,
insights, or work to the entire class.
1.Read the title (topic). (circle)
2.Read the text and underline facts with reliable
sources.
3.Fill in the graphic organizer. (write)
4.Write an assertion. (use strong opinion words)

47. PRE-TEST
LET’S
REFLECT!

48. PRE-TEST
1.What is
assertion?

49. PRE-TEST
2. What are the different
types of assertion
according to degree of
certainty, and can be used
in formal and informal
writing?

50. PRE-TEST
3. How can you apply
your opinion or
assertion to real-world
situations or
scenarios?

51. PRE-TEST
4. Reflect on the process of
formulating your opinion.
How has your thinking
evolved, and what insights
have you gained from the
experience?

52. PRE-TEST
Evaluation

53. PRE-TEST
Directions: Read each statement
carefully and choose the letter of
the correct answer.
_____ 1. A statement used to make a
declaration or to express strong
belief on a certain topic is called…
A. Assertion C. Fact
B. Opinion D. Affirmation

54. PRE-TEST
_____ 2. When is the best time to
formulate literary assertion?
A. After reading a story
B. Before watching play
C. After playing online games
D. Before writing the poem

55. PRE-TEST
_____ 3. The following are
types of assertion except:
A. I-Language
B. Emphatic
C. Basic
D. Corea

56. PRE-TEST
_____ 4. What makes a strong literary
assertion?
A. Every assertion must contain hypothesis
proposed by the author.
B. Every assertion must be followed by facts
and evidence.
C. Every assertion must include observation
made by the novelist.
D. Every assertion must include the
summary of articles.

57. PRE-TEST
____ 5. The following are parts of I-Language
Assertion except:
A. It contains information on its effect or
feeling of the writer.
B. It contains information on the
recommendation of the writer.
C. It contains information from the credible
sources.
D. It contains specific information from the
literary work.

58. PRE-TEST
Assignment

59. PRE-TEST
Directions: Read the given
excerpt of an opinion article
and then identify statements
of fact, opinion and assertion
from the passage.

60. PRE-TEST
Online delivery, not online class
Conducting online classes today is ideal, there
is no doubt about it, but ours is considered a
third world country. Having an online class is
possible and but it is never fair to all students
especially those studying in public schools.
Online classes are financially demanding and
most likely, the majority of the learners’
families cannot cope with these demands.

61. PRE-TEST
The majority of the students in public
schools do not have gadgets or fast internet
service connections necessary for online
classes. Teachers cannot just hold these classes
to a small number of the class only because
most students have no means to join. Those
who are not privileged of sufficient income will
be denied of the learnings attained in activities
and discussion.

62. PRE-TEST
Public schools can conduct online
classes but it would be discriminating
because it is selective. The learning
experiences would not be the same for
everybody and the poor will certainly be
on the losing end.
- Sherwin L. Fernando, SunStar Baguio
(September 27, 2020)

63. ECHAGUE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
For Listening!