Question

Read the sentence from a summary of Common Sense, by Thomas Paine.

I believe that Common Sense presents arguments to convince the colonists of the need to free themselves from British rule.

How does this sentence violate the principles of objectivity in writing a summary?
It contains an emotional appeal.
It includes loaded language.
It provides false or misleading information.
It brings the writer into the sentence.

Answer 1

D; it brings the writer into the sentence

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

Hey

To answer your question, this sentence violates the principles of objectivity in writing because It brings the writer into the sentence.

The sente breaks the principle of objectivity in writing because, as you might know, the definition of objectivity is something that's "not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts". In writing, this translates to a summary that recapitulates the author’s points without including your own points of view, objections or criticisms.

Since the sentence here starts with an "I believe" which indicates the writer is about to state his own opinion, then this breaks he principles of objectivity in writing a summary. Therefore, the answer is D.