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Here is a summary of the key counterclaims against implementing a no private transport policy for two days a week along major highways in Metro Manila: - It will greatly inconvenience private vehicle owners and commuters who rely on private transport for work and other daily needs. Public transportation is inadequate to accommodate increased ridership on those days. - It may negatively impact the economy as traffic disruptions can delay deliveries and reduce productivity. Business activities located along major highways may be affected. - Enforcement will be challenging given the large number of private vehicles that use major highways daily. Non-compliance can defeat the purpose of reducing traffic and emissions.

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Position Paper

Here is a summary of the key counterclaims against implementing a no private transport policy for two days a week along major highways in Metro Manila: - It will greatly inconvenience private vehicle owners and commuters who rely on private transport for work and other daily needs. Public transportation is inadequate to accommodate increased ridership on those days. - It may negatively impact the economy as traffic disruptions can delay deliveries and reduce productivity. Business activities located along major highways may be affected. - Enforcement will be challenging given the large number of private vehicles that use major highways daily. Non-compliance can defeat the purpose of reducing traffic and emissions.

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POSITION PAPER

Divina Grace M.Rodriguez


Definition of Position Paper

It is devoted to a discussion of


one side of an issue.
It tackles one significant issue
of a community on which the
author takes a stand.
Essential Parts of Position Paper

1.Issue
2.Argumentative thesis
3.Claims
4.Evidence
I. Issue

The issue of a position paper is


similar to the topic sentence. It is the
central concept up for contention.
Specifically, an issue would have
supporters for both negative and
positive sides and the author chooses
one for the position paper.
Example of Issue

Topic: Dress Code

Issue: Implementing a dress code in


school
Try This!
Topic Issue
Recyclable Bags
Tablets and
Smartphones
Biofuel
Freedom of information
Local Tourism
II. Argumentative Thesis

An issue is developed into an


argumentative thesis that states the stand
of the author on the issue.
Example:
The establishment of condominiums
near universities should be prohibited
because of the risks it poses to public
safety and the environment.
III. Claims

These are statements that support the


author’s stand.
Example:
The establishment of condominiums near universities should be
prohibited because of the risks it poses to public safety and the
environment.
The author cites risks to public safety
and the environment as points that
strengthen his/her stand.
IV. Evidence

These are proofs to strengthen the author’s


claims.
1. Evidence from surveys, library research, and
experiments.
2. Evidence from informant interviews (those who
have direct experience related to the
problem/issue)
3. Evidence from expert interviews
Try This!
Given the issue, stand, and claims, write a thesis
statement.
Example:
Issue: Cycling to commute to work or school
Stand: In favor
Claims: health benefits, saves money, environment-
friendly
Thesis statement: Cycling as a mode of transport should
be promoted since it has several health benefits. It can
help save non-renewable resources and can be
financially rewarding.
1. Issue: Implementing K to 12 education system in the
Philippines
Stand: Against
Claims: Lack of facilities, inadequacy of teacher
training, increased expenses of parents.
Thesis statement:
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
2. Issue: Political dynasties
Stand: Against
Claims: Monopolized power in public office, possibility
of corruption, crowding of democratic choices
Thesis statement:
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
3. Issue: Use of media Web sites in School
Stand: Against
Claims: Speed in spreading news/announcements,
possible venue to air concerns, classroom applications
Thesis statement:
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
Essential Parts of Position Paper

Introduction

Summary of counterclaims

Arguments

Conclusion
Introduction

•Contains background information


concerning the issue (the who,
what, where, when, and why), a yes
or no question containing the issue,
and the argumentative thesis.
Argumentative Thesis

•Is the sentence that takes a stand


on the issue and includes the claims
to support your stand.
Yes or No Question

Is the establishment of
condominium along Taft Avenue
considered detrimental or
beneficial?
Argumentative Thesis

The establishment of
condominium units along busy
areas of the city, like on the issue,
“Implementing a no private
transport policy for two days a
week along major highways in
Metro Manila.”
Try This!

Write a sample yes or no question and an


argumentative thesis statement on the
issue, “Implementing a no private
transport policy for two days a week
along major highways in Metro Manila.”
Summary of Counterclaims

This will constitute the second


paragraph of your position paper and
is devoted to an enumeration of
arguments opposing a stand. It
highlights the author’s opposite
claims.

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