ENGLISH 8 (LEARNING without stating facts, he/she has evidence.

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bias.
ACTIVITY SHEET) 2. Sarah is the best person for the
Name: ___________________________________ Section: _____________ job.
(It is a biased statement if Sarah is the
QUARTER 3 – MODULE 1 daughter of the person who says it. This
opinion may or may not be true and
Examining Biases (for and against) Made by the Author needs to be backed up by other evidence
as well from sources other than the
General Direction: Please read the discussion first before answering the opinion of someone who has a personal
activities, performance task and summative assessment. interest.
DISCUSSION: When an author does not directly acknowledge his or her own bias, the reader
must look at the author’s diction and use of facts and opinions. Ask yourself these
Reading news articles and selections require a deep analysis of what is questions:
written to determine accuracy of information. Every author has his or her views that • Does the author present more positive evidence for one side of an issue than the
can affect his or her discussion of an issue, opinions that you as a reader must try to other?
determine and understand. Even the most seemingly factual report, such as an article • Does the author present more negative evidence for one side of an issue than the
from Wikipedia, can carry an understated or implied judgment. Such judgments other?
reflect an author's bias, or preference for one side of an issue over another.
Before we examine biases in selections and texts, we must first know the These are both clues that the author may be biased for or against a particular side.
differences between a fact and opinion to better spot inclinations in writing. To be more specific in recognizing biases made by the author of an article or
selection, here are the things we need to look out for:
Term Definition Examples 1. Facts and opinions – Facts are what they are – the truth. But opinions can be
It is something that has taken 1. The Philippines is an archipelago based on feelings, emotions, or prejudices, which are not objective.
place or known to have existed, with three island groups — Luzon, 2. Loaded words – words that are charged with emotion (whether positive or
Fact which can be validated with Visayas, and Mindanao. negative) can reveal an author’s opinion about his or her topic.
pieces of evidence, 2. It is raining today. 3. Stereotypes – if the author labels an entire group, the writing is probably
documentation, or research. 3. Our teacher in English is Mrs. biased.
Reyes. 4. Vague language or generalizations – if the author is not using specific
language, this could be an indicator of bias.
It is defined as the personal view 1. The Philippines is a nation of
5. One-sided arguments – if the author only presents one side of an argument,
or judgment about a topic or heroes.
his or her writing is probably biased.
person, which may or may not 2. I think it will rain today.
Opinio be supported by facts or positive 3. Our teacher in English is strict. A biased author may not pay attention to facts or develop a logical argument to
n knowledge. They are mostly support his or her opinions. As you read resources and materials, keep the following
based on assumptions. questions in mind:
It is evident in statements that 1. These sandwiches are horrible. • What are the facts that the author has omitted?
reflect partiality, preference, or (It is a biased statement made by
• What additional information is necessary?
prejudice for or against a person, someone who doesn’t like the taste of
one or more of the ingredients on the • What words create positive or negative impressions?
Bias object, organization, or idea. If • What impression would I have if different words had been used?
the author favors one side over sandwich. It is an opinion, not an
objective statement based on neutral
the other, or judges someone
As you evaluate a source, consider whether the author's bias affects his or her Scientists are the best people in the planet. They use powerful computers to
presentation of facts and opinions. While reading, ask yourself whether the material
study the Earth’s atmosphere. These computers help scientists predict changes in
results in one side of the issue being treated more favorably than the other. To
explore an author's biases, you must ask where his or her allegiances lie. Ask yourself world climate. Our climate has undergone changes because of the bad habits of
if you need to look for a balancing viewpoint or approach.
people, especially the poor. For instance, scientists use computers to study what
Take note that just because an author has a strong bias does not mean that he or
might happen if pollution increases or decreases. Computers can also help scientists
she has written something invalid. However, it is best if you recognize the biases held
by the author to balance the information you acquire from the selection or article. make recommendations to businesses, individuals, and other planet polluters. They
work very hard without the right compensation for their hard work. Eventually, we
will know enough about climate changes to be able to control them. Our planet is sort
ACTIVITY 1:
of deteriorating because of climate change, and scientists are our saviors.
Read the following statements. Distinguish whether they are facts or
opinions. On the blank before each number, write F if the statement is a fact and O if
it is an opinion.
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT IN QUARTER 3 MODULE 1
________1. Millions of people have been affected by Coronavirus.
Examining Biases (for and against) Made by the Author
________2. Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine is the most effective of all.
________3. All patients with fever are infected by Coronavirus.
________4. Wuhan in China was the place where Coronavirus first started. A. Determine whether the given statement is a fact or opinion. Write FACT if it is
________5. Wearing face mask and face shield and observing social distancing are a fact and BLUFF if it is an opinion. Write your answers on the blank provided
safety protocols against COVID-19. before each number.

ACTIVITY 2: __________1. A paragraph is composed of sentences.

Examine the following sentences and write B if the statement shows bias and NB if
__________2. Everyone appreciates the beauty of sunset.
not. Write your answer on the blank before each number.
__________3. Biak na Bato is found in San Miguel, Bulacan.
________1. Manny Pacquiao is the best Filipino philanthropist.
__________4. Vitamin C makes our bones strong.
________2. All countries around the world are doing their best to stop the
spread of the deadly virus __________5. Aurora province is the best surfing destination in the Philippines.
________3. All Asians look the same.
__________6. Minasa Festival is a joyous event in the province of Bulacan.
________4. Women should only stay inside their homes and do all household
chores.
________5. Fruits and vegetables are both healthy, but eating fruits is healthier
B. Read the following statements. Identify what bias indicator is being described in
than eating vegetables.
the following statements. Choose from the pool of words. Write the letter of your
PERFORMANCE TASK: answers on the blank provided before each number.

From the article below, identify and underline five (5) sentences that show positive or a. Stereotypes d. Vague Language/Generalizations
negative biases. Write the sentences on a separate sheet. b. Facts e. One-sided Arguments
c. Loaded Words
__________7. The author labels an entire group. E. For items 23 – 30: Write a five-sentence informative paragraph about how the
__________8. The author does not use specific language. youth respond to COVID-19. Make sure that your statements have no bias.
Write your answer on the lines provided. You will be graded according to the
__________9. The author presents only one side of an argument. rubrics below.
__________10. The author used words that are charged with emotion.
__________11. These can be validated with pieces of evidence, documentation,
or research.
C. Analyze the following situations whether they contain bias or no bias. Draw a
HAPPY FACE (😊) if there is no bias and SAD FACE (☹) if there is bias.
Write your answers on the blank provided before each number.

________12. a counselor who presents both the pros and cons of every action
________13. a manager who listens only to one side of the story
________14. jumping to conclusion without scientific study
________15. electing an officer through secret balloting
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________16. an employer who accepts his friends and relatives despite being unfitted to (Title)
work
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D. Read the following statements. Identify which bias indicator is present in each
statement. Write the letter your answers on the blank before each number. _________________________________________________________________

Statements Bias Indicators _________________________________________________________________

_____17. Our country is making a tremendous progress a. facts and opinion
in our foreign relations _________________________________________________________________
_____18. Girls are better in English, and boys are better b. loaded words
in Math. _________________________________________________________________
_____19. There’s sort of something I don’t like about her. c. stereotypes
_____20. I would rather live in the province where life is _________________________________________________________________
simple than in the city where life is complicated. d. one-sided
Batanes is the most beautiful and peaceful arguments _________________________________________________________________
province in the Philippines.
_____21. A financial advisor discussed the advantages e. vague language _________________________________________________________________
of having a life insurance. or generalization
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Prepared by:

ELLA MAE G. CATIIS EMILY ANNE L. DELA CRUZ MARY

ROSE DJ. MALLARI
Teacher I Teacher I Master Teacher I

Checked by: Noted by:

LORELIE P. LABAO BERNADETTE C.

REYES
Head Teacher I Principal III