Learning Task 2: Get a copy of an editorial written in English from old newspapers (e.g. broadsheets, school publications). Cut and paste it in your notebook. If you have a way to connect to the Internet, you may use an online editorial for this task. Read and examine it. Then, in your notebook, answer the questions below.
1. What is the main idea portrayed by the editorial you have just read?
2. Are there evidences that support the main idea? Cite at least three examples.
3. How would you describe the way the editorial board proved its point?
4. What can you say about the use of language and the words used in the given reading material?
5. Were you prompted to believe the claims based on the ideas presented in the material? Why or why not?
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Answer:
I didn't read this story yet
Answer:
1. The main idea portrayed by the editorial I have just read is the low transmission rate of new COVID cases.
2. The rise in the number of vaccinated Filipinos and the arrival of new vaccine supplies are a cause for celebration. The country is on track to achieve some form of population protection by year-end.
3. The way the editorial board proved its point is by showing that the Philippines has a low rate of COVID-19 and it's more convincing to vaccinate those who do not vaccinate.
4. The language and words used in the given reading material are understandable and show the true meaning of the texts.
5. Yes, because this idea is so helpful, it can help everyone to prevent COVID-19 and convince those who need to be vaccinated.
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