The document outlines learning objectives for students to differentiate between fact, opinion, and assertion, and to formulate their own statements. It details the definitions of each category, provides examples, and explains the use of qualifying words in opinions, as well as the concept of commonplace assertions. Additionally, it includes quizzes and performance tasks to assess understanding of these concepts.

1. FORMULATE A
STATEMENT OF
OPINION OR
ASSERTION

2. After the discussion the students must be able to:
• recognize the difference between a fact, opinion, and
assertion;
• identify and analyze examples of opinions and
assertions in various contexts; and
• formulate clear and logical statements of opinion and
assertion
lEARNING OBJECTIVES:

3. Fact or
Opinion

7. How do you
differentiate a
fact from an
opinion?

8. FACT
A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false
through objective evidence or reality. It is universally
accepted as accurate based on verifiable data.
let’s define!

9. OPINION
An opinion is a subjective belief, thought, or judgment
that reflects personal feelings rather than objective
evidence.
It is a personal view; however, it is still based on facts.
let’s define!

10. 3 CATEGORIES OF OPINION
STATEMENTS

11. It is an opinion that something is or is not the
case.
These statements claim that something is or isn’t true,
even though they’re based on opinion.
Examples:
“Filipino cuisine is among the best in the world.”
“The Philippines is one of the most disaster-
prone countries due to its geographic location.”
1.STATEMENT OF TRUTH
3 CATEGORIES OF OPINION STATEMENTS

12. It is an opinion statement which claims that
something does or does not have worth.
These statements express an opinion about the worth
or importance of something, often based on cultural or
personal beliefs.
Examples:
• “Respect for elders is one of the most
important values in Filipino culture.”
• “Education is the key to lifting Filipinos out of
poverty.”
2. STATEMENT OF VALUE
3 CATEGORIES OF OPINION STATEMENTS

13. It claims that something should or should not be
done.
These statements suggest what should or shouldn’t be
done, encouraging action or change.
Examples:
• “The Philippine government should invest
more in renewable energy to reduce
pollution.”
• “Public schools in the Philippines should
include more Filipino history in the
curriculum.”
3. STATEMENT OF POLICY
3 CATEGORIES OF OPINION STATEMENTS

14. Opinion uses Qualifying Words
Remember:
It does not have to be
explicitly stated using
the words “I think...”
or “In my opinion...”
almost, usually, maybe, probably,
often, some, most and in most cases
Example:
Most public schools are ready for
distance education.

15. ASSERTION
Assertions include both facts and opinions, as both are
types of statements people make to express ideas or
beliefs” (Lee, Understanding Claims and Arguments,
2023)
let’s define!

16. COMMONPLACE ASSERTION
“Commonplace assertions are generalized beliefs that
many hold as true without factual backing” (Miller,
Social Beliefs and Public Opinion, 2022).
let’s define!

17. Example
1. Men are stronger than women.
2. An apple a day keeps the doctor away.

18. Quiz
Write FACT if it is factual, and OPINION of
it is a personal interpretation or conclusion
derived from factual evidence, and
ASSERTION if it is a commonplace
assertion, or a claim that is not supported
by evidence.

19. Quiz
1. THERE IS NOT A SINGLE DISTRICT IN BAGUIO CITY WITH
ZERO RECORD OF COVID19 CASES.
2. THE SURGE IN THE NUMBER OF COVID-19 CASES IN
BAGUIO CAN BE ATTRIBUTED TO EXPANDED TESTING
EFFORTS AND HEIGHTENED CONTACT TRACING.
3. TO EASE THE WORSENING POVERTY CAUSED BY THE
PANDEMIC, LIVELIHOOD PROJECTS FOR POOR FAMILIES
ARE A BETTER SOLUTION THAN CASH SUBSIDIES.

20. Quiz
4. THE LIQUOR BAN IS ONE OF THE BEST POLICIES OF THE
LOCAL GOVERNMENT IN KEEPING THE CORONAVIRUS
DISEASE UNDER CONTROL.
5. THE ONLY TOURISTS ALLOWED TO COME TO BAGUIO
ARE THOSE FROM REGION 1 AND NEARBY PROVINCES
WITH MINIMAL COVID-19 CASES.
6. TOURISM ALWAYS SOLVES THE FINANCIAL WOES OF
EVERY MAJOR CITY IN THE ENTIRE COUNTRY

21. Quiz
7. MANY POOR FAMILIES HAVE GREATLY BENEFITTED
FROM THE TWO TRANCHES OF THE GOVERNMENT’S
SOCIAL AMELIORATION PROGRAM.
8. SMALL BUSINESSES HAD TO CLOSE AS AN EFFECT OF
THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, AND THIS IS WHY IT IS BETTER
TO HAVE A STABLE JOB THAN TO START ONE’S OWN
BUSINESS VENTURE

22. Quiz
9. LONGER QUARANTINE PERIOD TRANSLATES TO LOWER
CRIME RATES IN EVERY CITY.
10.IN TIMES OF GLOBAL CRISIS, MEN ARE BETTER LEADERS
THAN WOMEN.

23. Answer
1. FACT
2. FACT
3.OPINION
4. OPINION
5. FACT
6. COMMONPLACE ASSERTION
7. OPINION
8.OPINION
9. COMMONPLACE ASSERTION
10. COMMONPLACE ASSERTION

24. PERFORMANCE TASK