Example of Writer 4.03 Fact or Opinion
Title of Print Source: Occupational Outlook Handbook
Author: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Name of Publication: United States Department of Labor
Date of Publication: July 11, 2012
Did you find this online or in print? Online
Facts
Opinions
1. Is this a strong or weak argument?
The average pay for firefighters in
the country is $45, 250 according
to the OOH.
1. Is this a strong or weak argument?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Firefighters are often the first emergency group at
the scenes of accidents.
2. Is this a strong or weak argument?
Firefighters work around the fire
station when there are no
emergencies.
2. Is this a strong or weak argument?
Firefighters have dangerous jobs because they enter
buildings that are often on fire or have smoke
throughout the rooms.
3. Is this a strong or weak argument?
According to the OOH, the country
is expected to hire more
firefighters and grow the field by 9
percent.
3. Is this a strong or weak argument?
According to the US Department of Labor,
Firefighters are on shift for a long day which includes
fighting fires, cleaning the station and the
equipment, and cooking for the shift.
Link of Non-print Source: http://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/high-school-teacher
Author: Not listed
Date Accessed: Feb. 1, 2013
Facts
1. Is this a strong or weak argument?
According to the US News and World Report
teachers typically teach more than 100 students
a day.
Opinions
1. Is this a strong or weak argument?
In order to be a teacher, you need a
talent for working with students.
2. Is this a strong or weak argument?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the
number of high school teachers is expected to
grow 6.9 percent.
2. Is this a strong or weak argument?
According to the US News and World
Report, teachers need to have a great
background in education.
3. Is this a strong or weak argument?
The average annual salary nationwide for
teachers is about $54,270.
3. Is this a strong or weak argument?
Teachers not only teach. They also
counsel students on issues and provide
advice on colleges and universities.