Module 1 Exercises & Quiz
Module 1 Exercises & Quiz
Exercises
Exercise 1: Fact, Opinion, or Inference
Identify whether each statement is a fact, opinion, or inference.
- “The capital city of Zambia is Lusaka.”
- “Mathematics is harder than English.”
- “The sky is dark; it will probably rain today.”
- “Exercise is essential for good health.”
- “Copperbelt University is in Kitwe.”
Answer Key:
- Fact
- Opinion
- Inference
- Opinion
- Fact
Exercise 2: Spot the Assumption
Read each statement and identify the underlying assumption.
- “All students who score above 80% are smart.”
- “If it rains, the football match will be canceled.”
- “People who watch too much TV don’t study.”
Hints for Learners: Think about what the speaker assumes to be true without explicitly saying it.
Exercise 3: Real-Life Application
Think of a recent situation where you made a decision. Answer the following:
- What was the decision you made?
- What information did you consider before deciding?
- Did you rely on facts, opinions, or assumptions?
- How could critical thinking have improved your decision?
B. Short Quiz (5 Questions)
- Critical thinking is:
- a) Being critical of others’ opinions
- b) Analyzing information and making reasoned decisions
- c) Memorizing facts
- d) Accepting everything you hear
- Which of the following is a fact?
- a) Chocolate is the best dessert
- b) Lusaka is the capital of Zambia
- c) I feel tired today
- d) Cats are better pets than dogs
- An inference is:
- a) Something you can verify with evidence
- b) A personal belief
- c) A conclusion drawn from evidence or reasoning
- d) Always true
- Which of these situations requires critical thinking?
- a) Choosing a movie to watch randomly
- b) Evaluating the credibility of a news article
- c) Saying hello to a friend
- d) Counting the number of books in a library
- Critical thinking helps in:
- a) Making impulsive decisions
- b) Evaluating evidence before deciding
- c) Ignoring facts
- d) Avoiding challenges
Answer Key:
- b
- b
- c
- b
- b
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