Statement Analysis Worksheet
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Statements Analysis Worksheet
Read each statement.
Analyze each statement and source for credibility.
Write a 50- to 90-word analysis for each statement.
· Identify if the language used is clear or vague.
· Determine if the statement is literal or figurative.
· Evaluate the source to determine whether it is credible.
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Statement |
Source |
Analysis |
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Example |
“We should raise taxes on the wealthy.” |
Bob from Accounting |
The language used in this statement is literal because Bob means exactly what he says; we should raise taxes on the wealthy. He does not use a simile, metaphor, or a comparison to something else to describe what he means. His language is vague because he does not provide a distinction on what monetary amount should be considered wealthy. Are people who make over $50,000 per year wealthy, $1,000,000, or somewhere in between? Bob from Accounting is not a credible source, because although he most likely possesses financial knowledge, there is no way to confirm he has reliable knowledge about government and taxation. |
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“The Aquaclear water filter- it really will improve the taste and odor of your water.” |
Advertisement |
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“The lot extends back to about where that large oak tree stands.” |
Property owner, showing his property to a potential buyer |
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3. |
“It seems clear that within the next ten years, they’ll have produced a machine that can really think.” |
Statement |
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4. |
“Watch out for the boss; he’s grumpy today.” |
Statement |
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5. |
“The arrhythmia you are experiencing indicates you should lay off the jogging for a while.” |
Doctor |
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6. |
“The President has determined that tax reform will be his first priority during his second term in office.” |
Statement |
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7. |
“Renaissance music simply lulls me to sleep.” |
Statement |
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8. |
“Well, let’s see. To get to the Woodward Mall, go down this street a couple of blocks and then turn right. Go through several stoplights, turn left, and go just a short way. You can’t miss it.” |
Statement |
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9. |
“What did I think of the concert? I thought it was pretty good. You should have been there.” |
Said at a party |
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10. |
During his first news conference of the year, the president said today that his administration was going to crack down even harder on international terrorism.” |
Statement |
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11. |
“I think I have an engine problem.” |
To your mechanic |
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12. |
“If you miss too many classes will be consequences.” |
Teacher |
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13. |
“If you do not return this vehicle with a full tank of gas, you will be charged $10 per gallon, plus a refueling fee of $20.” |
Rental car agent |
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14. |
“I pulled you over because you were driving too fast for the conditions.” |
Police officer |
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15. |
“I’ll be back later.” |
Mom |
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