H4 Discussion

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 4

Decide whether the following statements are opinions, facts, or speculation

"Fred Grapperhaus hasn't followed the measures taken against the corona virus"

1. Opinion
2. Fact
3. Speculation

"Fred Grapperhaus is a bad minister"

1. Opinion
2. Fact
3. Speculation

"The Dutch government is not doing enough against the corona virus"

1. Opinion
2. Fact
3. Speculation

"The corona virus may disappear in the coming months"

1. Opinion
2. Fact
3. Speculation

"Due to the corona virus, students must keep their distance from teachers at all times"

1. Opinion
2. Fact
3. Speculation

"It is important to get a good job"

1. Opinion
2. Fact
3. Speculation

"You may be a happier person after having completed a difficult education"

1. Opinion
2. Fact
3. Speculation

So... decide whether the following arguments are good arguments, and explain why

"Grapperhaus should quit as a minister, because he has made a fool of himself"

"It is important to get a well-paying job, as a study shows that these workers are 74% likelier to be happy"

I don't follow measures against corona, as it might turn out ineffective anyway