In addition to opinion expression, editorials in newspapers can help students develop what skill?

• A. Memorizing daily news
• B. Critical thinking about issues
• C. Memorizing word lists
• D. Ignoring bias

Answer: (B)

Reading editorials trains you to think carefully about arguments and how issues are presented. An editorial takes a stance and tries to persuade using claims, evidence, examples, and sometimes rhetoric. As you read, you learn to identify the main claim, examine the supporting evidence, spot assumptions, and consider what counterarguments might exist. You also practice judging how credible the sources are and recognizing bias in the writing. This kind of analysis builds the ability to evaluate real-world issues critically, rather than just recalling facts or memorizing information.

Memorizing daily news isn’t the goal here, and memorizing word lists isn’t related to evaluating arguments. Ignoring bias would undermine critical thinking—editorials encourage you to recognize bias and weigh arguments accordingly, not to overlook them.