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Understanding Position Papers: Key Concepts

The document provides instructions for an assessment on position papers. It includes 5 multiple choice questions testing understanding of key elements of position papers, such as the thesis, sources to use, and requirements for a strong argument. It also includes 3 short answer questions asking learners to define a position paper, list current issues in their country, and ways to develop arguments. The assessment evaluates comprehension of foundational concepts for writing an effective position paper.

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Understanding Position Papers: Key Concepts

The document provides instructions for an assessment on position papers. It includes 5 multiple choice questions testing understanding of key elements of position papers, such as the thesis, sources to use, and requirements for a strong argument. It also includes 3 short answer questions asking learners to define a position paper, list current issues in their country, and ways to develop arguments. The assessment evaluates comprehension of foundational concepts for writing an effective position paper.

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Assessment

Directions. Read the statements carefully. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write
the chosen letter on a separate sheet of paper.

1. A position paper is sometimes called .


a. concept paper b. technical report
c. point of view paper d. critique paper
2. The following are essential in writing the position paper, except
a. Introduce the topic
b. provide background on the topic to explain why it is important
c. assert the thesis
d. provide explanation but not the evidence
3. It is a one- sentence statement about the topic.
a. thesis b. argument
c. main idea d. introduction
4. What source to use if you are doing introductory information and overviews?
a. books, government reports b. academic journals
c. newspapers, magazines d. directories, encyclopedias, handbooks
5. The following are asked to present a strong argument, except
a. Is it a real issue, with genuine controversy and uncertainty?
b. Can you identify at least two distinctive positions
c. Is this a lengthy issue?
d. Are you personally interested in advocating one of these positions?

Directions. Answer the questions below. Write your answers on a separate sheet of
paper.

1. In your own words, what is a position paper?

2. List all possible issues/concerns that the country is facing today.

3. In what ways you can develop your arguments?

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