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Quarter 3 – Module 1:
Examine Biases (for or against)
Made by the Author














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Quarter 3 – Module 1: Examine Biases (for or against)
Made by the Author
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INTRODUCTORY MESSAGE --------------------------------- i

WHAT I NEED TO KNOW --------------------------------- 1

Learning Competency --------------------------------- 1

WHAT I KNOW 2

WHAT’S IN 3
WHAT’S NEW 4
WHAT IS IT 4

WHAT’S MORE 6
WHAT I HAVE LEARNED --------------------------------- 6

WHAT I CAN DO ---------------------------------------- 7

ASSESSMENT 9

GLOSSARY 11

ANSWER KEY 12

REFERENCE LIST 13

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 A pleasant day to you dear student! This time, you will learn an important skill
of identifying and examining biases, whether it is for or against an idea, made by an
author.

There are several reasons why people read. Some read for the purpose of
entertainment, others read texts in order to expand their knowledge about certain
topics and widen their thoughts and ideas. Thus, reading can aid a person in several
ways such as providing a deeper understanding of a text, and expanding one’s
vocabulary, as well as their writing skills.

Therefore, it is important to take note that not all information that one sees in a text
are true and factual. There are instances wherein a text that we read contains information
that are not supported by logical reasons, resulting in a biased ideas and opinions from an
author. It is imperative that one must be careful in absorbing biased ideas since this can
change the way we view things.

Hence, this module contains various tasks on the topic that you must accomplish
for this week in order to learn how to identify biases made by an author.

Start by reading and understanding the Most Essential Learning Competencies
and Learning Objectives. These will tell you what you should know and be able to do at
the end of every lesson.

Bear in mind that your learning should not only be limited to acquiring content or
information. You must be able to exhibit what you learned by applying the content you
gained to the tasks prepared for you. To put it simply, you must be able to put effort in
giving answers to all activities in your activity sheet.

So, are you ready? Let’s do this!

Learning Competency:

Examine biases (for or against) made by the author. (EN8RC-IIIg-3.1.12)

Learning Objectives:

At the end of the module, you should be able to:

1. express opinions and feelings toward certain ideas;

2. identify biases, for or against, made by the author in a given text; and

3. analyze text to find the biased information.

Please remember that all answers shall be written in your activity notebooks,
and that there should never be any markings placed in this module.

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Pre-assessment:

Directions: Answer the following questions below by choosing the letter of the
correct answer. Write the answers in your notebook.
1. The woman likes to wear pink all the time. She must be a pink lover. What makes this
statement biased?
a. It is based on facts.
b. It is based on one’s personal opinion.
c. It is based on a logical explanation.
d. It is based on a scientific fact.
2. Which statement is NOT an example of the author's bias?
a. The no.1 song on the Billboard Top 100 this week is Rhianna's "Work."
b. The best song today is the song of Sarah Geronimo.
c. "One Call" is the most popular song of all time.
d. The songs of Black Pink are children's favorite.
3. What is the factor that makes an author’s information untrustworthy?
a. Opinions supported by facts
b. Generalized ideas
c. Ideas accompanied by research statistics
d. Logical arguments
4. Why is it important to be cautious in absorbing biased ideas or opinions from an author?
a. It may provide us with correct information.
b. It may change our views and lead us to the wrong conclusion.
c. It may aid us in achieving valid and authentic ideas.
d. It may direct us to the correct conclusion.
5. Which of following statement is TRUE?
a. A bias is any opinion that influences a person’s thoughts, feelings, or actions.
b. A bias opinion is authentic and reliable.
c. A bias opinion is scientifically proven fact, thus valid.
d. All the information stated by an author is unbiased.









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Directions: Read the text below. Answer the questions that follow. Write
your answer in your activity notebook/sheet.

Situation:

I prefer the fried chicken of Jollibee rather than of Mcdonalds. I like Jollibee’s
fried chicken because it’s tastier and more delicious. Most of the Filipino
customers prefer to eat at Jollibee because of this.

Questions:

1. What idea is presented by the author from the statements above?

______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________

2. Do you think the statements presented by the author can influence the
readers’ thoughts, feelings, or actions? Why or why not?

______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________

These questions will guide you in our lesson focus this week. Are
you ready to learn more? Then, what are you waiting for? Continue
reading. Have fun!

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Directions: Write your opinion or feelings toward the given words below.

1. Modular Learning
____________________________________________________________________________

2. Korean Drama
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. Original Pinoy Music
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. Wattpad
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The activity that you just did in What’s New is an example of expressing a bias.
The ideas or opinions that you shared about Korean drama could somehow
influence other people’s perception about it as well. If an opinion is not based on
scientific facts or logical arguments, then it can be called bias.
Now you will learn how to identify biases, for or against an idea, made by an
author. Let’s delve into the discussion.

A bias is any opinion that influences a person’s thoughts, feelings, or

actions. A person can be biased against something or have a bias for
something, depending on their perspectives and beliefs. An author’s bias is
any opinion or prejudice that affects that author’s writing and prevents the
author from being completely neutral about the topic or issue about which
he/she is writing. It is not always bad, but it does not belong in some types of non-
fictions when a statement reflects a partiality preference or prejudice for or against a
person, object, or idea.

Moreover, it is an inclination of temperament or outlook, especially personal and

sometimes unreasoned judgment or prejudice.

Every author holds opinions that affect his or her discussion of an issue,
opinions that you as reader must try to recognize and understand. Even the
most seemingly factual report, such as an encyclopedia article, can carry an

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 understated or implied judgment. Such judgments reflect an author's bias or
preference for one side of an issue over another.

The author may state some of his/her biases directly by telling the reader his/her
opinions on certain topics or admitting that she/he has a conflict of interest or
preference. But when an author does not acknowledge his/her own bias, a skilled reader
can infer what an author's bias maybe by looking at the author's diction and use of
evidence.

How are author’s biases detected?

When writing, authors make claims based on their own judgments, which
are expressed in opinions that ultimately shape their discussion. However,
when these opinions seem to favor only one side of an idea, authors commit
biases. As a wise reader, you must be able to detect how biases may be
examined in texts, whether they are explicit or implied. Here are several ways
to detect an author’s bias in writing.

1. The author uses words that are too sensational, dramatic, emotional, or
strong.

2. The author presents evidences that seem to support only one side of an
issue.

3. The author makes claims that magnify either the good or the bad side of
a group or idea, but not both.

4. The author fails to present any argument that may counter his/her
claims.

5. The author fails to cite his sources, and thus bases his/her arguments
solely on his/her own opinions.

How to determine what an author’s bias is:

The author may state directly some of his/her biases by telling the
reader his/her opinions on certain topics or admitting that he/she has a
conflict of interest or preference. But when an author does not acknowledge
his/her own bias, a skilled reader can infer what an author’s bias may be by
looking at the author’s diction and use of evidence.

When looking at the author’s use of evidence, ask yourself:

• Does the author present more positive evidence for one side of an
issue than the other?

• Does the author present more negative evidence for one side of an
issue than the other?

These are both clues that the author may be biased for or against a

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 particular side.

When looking at the author’s diction, ask yourself:

• Does the author use word with more negative connotations when
referring to one side of an issue or particular people?

• Does the author use word with more positive connotations when
referring to one side of an issue or particular people?

These connotations are another clue to what or whom the author may
be biased for or against.

Congratulations! You have learned the important things to examine and
identify biases made by an author in a text. Now, can you do this? Of course! Have
fun!
Directions: Study the following statements below. Write (/) if the statement is
biased, then write an (X) if it is unbiased. Write your answer on your activity
notebook/sheet.
_______1. Chocolate is the best flavor for ice cream.
_______2. Dogs are every man's best friend.
_______3. Computers are the ultimate man's invention ever invented.
________4. According to a recent study, most learners have a social media account.
________5. The effect of technology on children is very bad that parents can't
compete with.
________6. The red face of the girl implicates her extreme anger over him.
________7. A scientist developed penicillin.

Good job! You’ve made it this far! It’s time for you to share your learning
insights, reflect on them and assess your skills, knowledge, and comprehension.

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Directions: Review the lesson examining biases (for or against) made by
the author. Then, write your reflection in your notebook by completing the
statements below.


Example:

Directions: Read each statement carefully. Analyze the text and decide whether it
contains bias or not. Explain your answer.


1. Ellie has never worn a piece of clothing made out of wool. She has never even
touched wool; she has always refused to do so. She says the wool is scratchy, itchy,
and too warm.

Biased/Not biased?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Explanation:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________


2. Anthony has always liked dogs more than cats. He thinks that dogs are sweet,
friendly, and easy to take care. On the other hand, he views cat as naughty and too
independent.

Biased/Not biased?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Explanation:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________

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3. According to the World Health Organization, wearing facemask and washing your
hands regularly can help in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Biased/Not biased?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Explanation:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________


4. Alexa’s favorite color is pink. That is why she usually wear pink clothes whenever
she goes out. She likes other colors, but she thinks that pink is the best.


Biased/Not biased?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Explanation:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________

5. Left-handed people are more intelligent and creative than right-handed people.

Biased/Not biased?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Explanation:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Finally, you were able to deal with the different related activities to
sharpen your skills on examining biases, for or against, made by an author.
Now, it’s time to evaluate your learning. Ready? Here we go!

Directions: Directions: Read each paragraph; then, choose the best

answer to the question that follows in order to find out if you can
identify bias.

1. New cars are not built as well as they used to be. Owners of new cars in 2002
have more complaints about their automobiles than in past years. In fact, the
recalling of new cars by their makers is becoming a routine practice in America.
Instead of insisting upon safe, well-designed products, carmakers seem more
concerned with throwing together shoddy automobiles and making a profit.
Invariably, new cars need parts replaced almost as soon as the warranty expires.
Unfortunately, people need transportation, so they continue to buy new
automobiles.
The author shows bias against:
a. new car owners
b. foreign car manufacturers
c. car repair shops
d. automobile manufacturers

2. Everyone who cooks should own a food processor. This marvelous invention is
now being used by over 12 million vegetarians, compared with only half that
number a couple of years ago. Vegetarians rarely have a weight problem since
most vegetables are low in calories and contain little or no fat. They do not suffer a
build-up of cholesterol in the bloodstream as they grow older. Some doctors have
suggested a link between vegetarianism and longevity. As Americans become
more health-conscious, vegetarianism will certainly become more popular.
The author show bias for:
a. eating more vegetables
b. avoiding cholesterol
c. eating “health foods”
d. becoming a vegetarian

3. America is certainly a strong military power; it now has the nuclear power to
destroy the entire world. It is not the only country that has this capacity. The threat
of nuclear war affects all of the people.
The author seems biased against:
a. American military power
b. other countries
c. nuclear arms
d. the world.
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4. An independent insurance agent works directly for you, not for a large,
anonymous organization. The agent must provide you with the best policy at the
lowest price if he is to remain in business. The agent’s job is to help you find a
policy that suits your needs. This may cover your life, health, home, or automobile.
Independent insurance agents are free to recommend the best policy, regardless of
which insurance company provides it.
The author show bias in favor of:
a. using an independent insurance agent
b. selecting an insurance policy on your own
c. avoiding low-cost insurance policies
d. buying insurance from a well-known company

5. The entire so-called science of parapsychology is simply a clever fraud. The
attention of parapsychologists is focused on false claims that fall outside the
bounds of normal human experience, including extrasensory perception. These
parapsychologists know about as much about real science as the town drunk. In
truth, their experiments have been shown to be impossible to replicate, which is a
fundamental qualification for a science.
The author shows bias against:
a. scientists
b. experimentation
c. parapsychologists
d. the town drunk

Great! You have done a very good job. You can make use of what you have
learned about how to examine biases, for or against, made by an author in your
daily life.
Now, relax for a while, spend time at ease and stretch your muscles.
Decompress and cope with whatever you are struggling with. Be relieved
from the efforts and stress of everyday life. Take your snacks, drink a
refreshing juice or a glass of water and attend to your personal necessities.
When you are already feeling relaxed, return to your study area and do this
related activity.

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The following terms used in this module are defined as follows:

Bias- prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared
with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.
Conflict- a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.
Connotation- an idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal
or primary meaning.
Diction- choice of words especially with regards to correctness, clearness, or
effectiveness

Neutral- not engaged on either side; not decided or pronounced to characteristics.

Perception- a mental image/concept

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WHAT I KNOW
1. B
2. A
3. B
4. B
5. A

WHAT’S IN
Answers may vary
(Example:
1. The author is presenting the idea that
he/she prefers the taste of the fried chicken
in Jollibee rather than in Mcdonalds.
2. Yes, the author’s opinion may
influence the readers, it is clearly a bias

because it is leaning to the idea that
Jollibee’s fried chicken is better than
Example: The statement is Mcdonalds.)
unbiased because it is based on
logical argument and scientific WHAT’S NEW
fact.) Answers may vary
4. Biased (Explanation may vary;
Example: The statement is biased WHAT’S MORE
since it is only based on Alexa’s 1. /
feeling and perception about 2. /
color pink.) 3. /
5. Biased (Explanation may vary; 4. X
Example: The statement is biased 5. /
because it is not supported by 6. /
scientific evidence.) 7. X

WHAT I CAN DO:
Assessment: 1. Biased (Explanation may vary;
Example: The statement is biased because
1. B Ellie has not even touched a clothing made

2. D out of wool yet, but she already has a
3. A prejudiced opinion about it,)
4. A 2. Biased (Explanation may vary;
5. C Example: The statement is biased because it
is only based on Anthony’s thoughts and
opinion, and not based on scientific fact.)
3. Unbiased (Explanation may
vary;










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